A perceptual hypothesis that we are likely to apply to a stimulus, even if applying it is inappropriate, is called
A)dishabituation.
B)a perceptual expectancy.
C)reality testing.
D)extrasensory perception.

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A perceptual expectancy is a predisposition to perceive things in a certain way, often based on prior experience or expectations, which can influence how we interpret sensory information, even if it's not the most appropriate interpretation for the situation.

A Perceptual Hypothesis That We Are Likely to Apply to a Stimulus