Kenny's office is located on a busy street. In the past, he used to feel constantly disturbed by traffic noise during working hours. However, over time, he has stopped being aware of its stimulation because he sits in the same office every day. In this scenario, Kenny is experiencing ________.

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Kenny is experiencing sensory adaptation, which is the process by which a person becomes less aware of a stimulus after being exposed to it for a prolonged period. This is why he no longer notices the traffic noise.

Kenny's Office Is Located on a Busy Street