The "top" in top-down processing is generally thought to be
A)the receptors.
B)the first neuron in a chain.
C)the brain.
D)the last neuron in a chain.

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The "top" in top-down processing refers to the higher-level processing that occurs in the brain, where sensory information is interpreted and given meaning based on prior knowledge, expectations, and context. Therefore, the correct option is C- the brain.

The "Top" in Top-Down Processing Is Generally Thought to Be