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AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt

The theory that explains color vision based on three types of cones is the:

A.Trichromatic theory
B.Frequency theory
C.Gate control theory
D.Opponent-process theory

Explanation

Core Concept

The trichromatic (Young-Helmholtz) theory proposes three types of cones sensitive to red, green, and blue wavelengths. This explains color vision at the receptor level.

Correct Answer

ATrichromatic theory

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