Which of the following is an example of the sense of audition rather than visual stimuli?

• A. Observing a rainbow after a storm
• B. Seeing a red traffic light
• C. Watching a movie on a screen
• D. Hearing a dog bark in the distance

Answer: (D)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand that the sense of audition refers to the perception of sound, while visual stimuli relate to what we see.
2. Identify each option and determine whether it involves hearing (audition) or seeing (vision).
3. Recognize that 'Observing a rainbow after a storm,' 'Seeing a red traffic light,' and 'Watching a movie on a screen' all involve visual stimuli because they rely on light and sight.
4. Note that 'Hearing a dog bark in the distance' involves perceiving sound waves, which is an example of the sense of audition.
5. Conclude that the correct example of audition is the one involving hearing, which is 'Hearing a dog bark in the distance.'