Structuralists would be most likely to endorse which of the following statements
A) Sensations and perceptions are the same "unit" of thought.
B) The whole of something is greater than its parts.?
C) The starting point for perceptions is the sensations that make them up.?
D) Past experience plays little or no role in perception formation.?

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Structuralism emphasizes the importance of breaking down complex experiences into basic components, or sensations. Therefore, the starting point for perceptions (complex experiences) is the sensations that make them up. A is incorrect because structuralists would view sensations and perceptions as separate units of thought. B is more aligned with Gestalt psychology, which emphasizes the whole being greater than its parts. D is incorrect as past experience is seen as a factor that can influence perception formation in structuralism.

Structuralists Would Be Most Likely to Endorse Which of the Following