People who tend to perceive the elements of their environment as separate and distinct from one another are called
A Field-independent
B. Augmenters
C. Reducers
D. Field-dependent

The correct answer is A.

Explanation:

Field independence is a cognitive style that people can manifest, it consists of the ability to isolate a certain trait that is perceived as relevant, from the context in which it is integrated, that is, field-independent people usually isolate the different parts that make up the objects or stimuli. Field-independent people are characterized by having analytical and organizational capacities, a more abstract and impersonal orientation and being autonomous in their social behavior.

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