Which theory involves the idea that responses across different sets of sensory neurons give rise to qualitatively different sensory experiences?
A) specificity theory
B) pattern theory
C) place theory
D) cross-excitation theory

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Specificity theory suggests that different sensory experiences arise because specific receptors are tuned to specific stimuli, leading to unique sensory experiences based on which receptors are activated.

Which Theory Involves the Idea That Responses Across Different Sets