According to the opponent-process theory of color vision, the correct pairings of opposite colors are ________.
A) red versus green and blue versus yellow
B) black versus gray and white versus colored
C) blue versus red and green versus yellow
D) blue versus green and red versus yellow

Question

According to the opponent-process theory of color vision, the correct pairings of opposite colors are ________. 
A) red versus green and blue versus yellow
B) black versus gray and white versus colored
C) blue versus red and green versus yellow
D) blue versus green and red versus yellow

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to the opponent-process theory, there are two sets of color opponent cells: red versus green and blue versus yellow. This theory explains how we perceive color in terms of opposite pairs. When one color is activated, its opposite is inhibited, creating a balanced perception of color.

According to the Opponent-Process Theory of Color Vision, the Correct