Processing that is controlled by the physical message delivered to the senses is:
A)top-down processing
B)bottom-up processing
C)figure-to-ground processing
D)opponent processing

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Bottom-up processing refers to the processing of sensory information that is based on the physical features of the stimulus. It is also known as data-driven processing, as it begins with the sensory input and works its way up to higher-level processing. In contrast, top-down processing involves higher-level cognitive processing that is guided by prior knowledge, expectations, and context. Figure-to-ground processing involves separating a visual scene into a figure (the object of interest) and its background. Opponent processing refers to the mechanism by which the brain processes color information.

Processing That Is Controlled by the Physical Message Delivered to the Senses