AP Psychologyhardmcq1 pt
The opponent-process theory best explains:
A.How cones detect color
B.Why we see afterimages
C.How we perceive depth
D.Why we adapt to strong smells
Explanation
Core Concept
The opponent-process theory explains afterimages—staring at a green image and then looking at white produces a red afterimage because the opposing color process becomes active when the original stimulation stops.
Correct Answer
BWhy we see afterimages
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