After hearing rumors about the outbreak of an infectious disease,Alyosha began to perceive his normal aches and pains as disease-related symptoms. His reaction best illustrates the impact of

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Alyosha's perception of his aches and pains as disease-related symptoms demonstrates how his expectations and past experiences (perceptual set) are influencing his current perception. He is already primed to perceive his symptoms in a certain way based on the rumors he has heard about the infectious disease, which is impacting his perception of reality.

After Hearing Rumors About the Outbreak of an Infectious Disease,Alyosha