When Helen noticed that her classmates were all wearing expensive designer jeans,she suddenly perceived her own off-brand jeans to be very unattractive.This best illustrates the importance of
A) subliminal persuasion.
B) sensory adaptation.
C) masking stimuli.
D) context effects.

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Context effects refer to the influence of environmental factors on one's perception of a stimulus. In this scenario, Helen's perception of her own jeans changed due to the context of her classmates wearing designer jeans, making her off-brand jeans appear less attractive in comparison.

When Helen Noticed That Her Classmates Were All Wearing Expensive