Why are sensation and perception studied by psychologists?
A)to understand how mood disorders arise from deficits in perception
B)because biologists tend to shy away from neuroscience issues
C)to understand how our brains make sense of the world around us
D)because biology has little effect on sensation or perception

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Sensation and perception are studied by psychologists to understand how our brains make sense of the world around us. It involves the processes by which our sensory organs receive information from the environment and how that information is interpreted by the brain.

Answer: A and B are incorrect choices, as they do not accurately reflect the reasons why sensation and perception are studied. 
Answer: D is an incorrect choice, as biology does have an effect on sensation and perception.

Why Are Sensation and Perception Studied by Psychologists