Question

In contrast to sensation, the term perception is formally defined as the: active mental process of integrating, organizing, and interpreting sensory data. process of detecting a physical stimulus such as light, sound, heat, or pressure. active mental process of understanding the meaning of a difficult new concept. way in which different areas of the brain interact.

Answer 1

Perception is the "active mental process of integrating, organizing, and interpreting sensory data." Perception is a process that is carried out in a conscious way and various superior cognitive functions intervene to achieve its organization and interpretation. It is different from sensation because sensation is essentially unconscious and perception is conscious.