The tilt aftereffect is an example in which some cells are __________ in order to provide evidence for the type of information processed by other cells.

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The tilt aftereffect occurs when prolonged exposure to a specific tilt of lines causes the cells that detect that tilt to become fatigued or adapt, resulting in a perception of a tilt in the opposite direction when viewing straight lines. This adaptation or fatigue allows for other cells that detect different orientations to be more active, providing evidence for the type of information processed by those cells. Therefore, the correct answer is D, fatigued.

The Tilt Aftereffect Is an Example in Which Some Cells