It may take your favorite teacher a few seconds to recognize you when you see her in the grocery store. This experience illustrates the importance of
A) perceptual sets.
B) context.
C) closure.
D) contiguity.
E) common fate.

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Context plays a critical role in perception and can influence our ability to recognize familiar faces and objects. In this case, the change in context (seeing the teacher outside of the classroom) can initially make it difficult for the teacher to recognize the student.

It May Take Your Favorite Teacher a Few Seconds to Recognize