SparkNotes: Attention: Study Questions

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Study Questions

What is the difference between "top-down" and "bottom-up" influences on attention? Give an example of each.

Describe the dichotic listening task.

How does the Stroop task relate to interference?

What is the cocktail-party effect? Give an example.

How can we reduce the interference caused by performing a particular task?

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