Priming is __________.
A) always an automatic process
B) always a controlled process
C) largely automatic, but can be controlled to some extent
D) largely controlled, but can be automatic to some extent

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Priming is largely automatic, as it refers to the phenomenon where exposure to one stimulus influences the processing or response to a subsequent stimulus. However, priming can also be controlled to some extent, such as when we deliberately expose ourselves to certain stimuli to enhance our performance or memory. Therefore, both automatic and controlled processes can be involved in priming.

Priming Is __________