If told an infant is "David," children may perceive him as bigger and stronger than if the same infant is called "Diana." This best illustrates the impact of
A) perceptual set.
B) context effects.
C) Weber's law.
D) sensory adaptation.

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This is an example of how perceptual set, or the tendency to perceive things in a certain way based on our expectations and past experiences, can influence our perception of size and strength. The name "David" is typically associated with males, who are culturally perceived as being larger and stronger than females, whereas the name "Diana" is typically associated with females. Therefore, children may perceive an infant named David as bigger and stronger than the same infant named Diana, even though they are actually the same size and strength.

If Told an Infant Is "David," Children May Perceive Him