Phenomena such as change blindness and perceptual set are evidence that perception is
A)at least partly dependent on seeing the world
B) at least partly dependent on expectations and biases about the world
C) minimally dependent on our experience with the world
D) minimally dependent on the stimulation of the retina

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Change blindness and perceptual set demonstrate that our perceptions are not solely based on the sensory input we receive but are significantly influenced by our expectations, knowledge, and biases about the world. This means that perception is an active process where the brain interprets sensory information based on past experiences, expectations, and cultural backgrounds, rather than just passively receiving and recording sensory data.

Phenomena Such as Change Blindness and Perceptual Set Are Evidence