A single sensory image can sometimes produce two or more alternating interpretations. This reflects the fundamental distinction between:
A) sense receptors and sense organs.
B) thinking and perceiving.
C) reality and illusion.
D) sensation and perception.

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This phenomenon, known as perceptual ambiguity or multistable perception, involves sensation (the initial processing of sensory information) and perception (the interpretation of sensory information). The same sensory input can lead to different perceptions, highlighting the role of cognitive processes in shaping our perception of the world. This is a key feature of perception and distinguishes it from sensation.

A Single Sensory Image Can Sometimes Produce Two or More