Savannah is sitting in the cafeteria at school talking to a group of her friends.She is paying attention to their conversation,but,all of the sudden,she hears her name in a conversation at a nearby table.Which of the following best describes Savannah's experience?
A)Dichotic listening
B)Selective attention
C)Cocktail party effect
D)Shadowing

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The cocktail party effect refers to the ability to focus on a specific auditory input, such as a conversation, while filtering out other stimuli, yet still noticing when one's name is mentioned in a different conversation.

Savannah Is Sitting in the Cafeteria at School Talking to a Group