At the orientation for first-year students April felt overwhelmed by the number of people, the multiple conversations, and the forms that needed to be completed. April is experiencing:
A) sensory adaptation.
B) perceptual constancy.
C) sensory overload.
D) selective attention.

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April is experiencing sensory overload, which occurs when there is an excessive amount of sensory input that exceeds an individual's processing capacity. This can lead to feelings of overwhelm and difficulty completing tasks. A and B refer to more specific perceptual phenomena, while D relates to the ability to focus on certain stimuli while ignoring others.

At the Orientation for First-Year Students April Felt Overwhelmed by the Number