Processing of a stimulus so that one knows the likely source, type of stimulus, and intensity of the stimulus is

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Sensation is the initial process of receiving information through sensory organs, whereas perception is the process of interpreting and making meaning out of the sensory information. Perception involves processing the stimulus to identify its likely source, type, and intensity, which is why B is the correct answer. Thinking refers to higher-level cognitive processes and is not directly related to sensory processing. It is not impossible to process stimuli in this way, so D is incorrect.

Processing of a Stimulus So That One Knows the Likely