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Perception or Cognition

Description:

Perception or cognition refers to the mental processes involved in acquiring, organizing, and interpreting sensory information from the environment, as well as the higher-level processes of thinking, understanding, and problem-solving.

Senses:

1. Perception: (noun) The process of recognizing, interpreting, and making sense of sensory information.
2. Cognition: (noun) The mental process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and senses.

Usage:

Perception:

• Visual perception is important for understanding the world around us.
• Her perception of art has changed after attending the museum exhibition.

Cognition:

• Cognitive abilities decline as people age.
• Problem-solving and decision-making are cognitive processes that rely on logical thinking.

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