Which of the following reflects the myth of subliminal perception?
A) Though you do not consciously notice it, the momentary sight of a running faucet makes you thirsty.
B) A picture of a juicy burger on a billboard makes you want to stop for lunch.
C) The flash of a series of words has no effect on your word choice in an exercise that follows.
D) Imagining the warmth of sunshine and the sound of ocean waves helps you relax.

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The myth of subliminal perception suggests that we can be influenced by stimuli that are presented below our conscious awareness, such as the sight of a running faucet making us thirsty. Option B is a form of conscious advertising, option C refers to conscious perception, and option D involves conscious imagination.

Which of the Following Reflects the Myth of Subliminal Perception