Perception checking

Perception checking is a three-part method for verifying the accuracy of interpretations, including a description of the sense data, two possible interpretations, and a request for confirmation of the interpretations.

Definition

According to Looking Out, Looking In by Adler, Proctor (15th edition),

Perception checking. A three-part method for verifying the accuracy of interpretations, including a description of the sense data, two possible interpretations, and a request for confirmation of the interpretations.