“Tuning out” background noise is an example of what phenomenon?

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Absolute threshold
Absolute threshold

Just noticeable difference
Just noticeable difference

Signal detection
Signal detection

Sensory adaptation

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"Tuning out" background noise is an example of sensory adaptation. This phenomenon occurs when our sensory receptors become less sensitive to constant stimuli over time, allowing us to focus on more important or changing signals in our environment.