An emergent feature is a:
A) global property of a set of stimuli that is not evident when each is seen in isolation
B) unit that is processed quicker than others
C) local property of a single stimulus that is evident when seen as part of a set of stimuli
D) property which is used to recognize words by their shape

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Emergent features are global properties of a set of stimuli that are not evident when each stimulus is viewed in isolation. This concept is often discussed in the context of perception and cognitive psychology, where the whole is understood differently from the sum of its parts.

An Emergent Feature Is A