The fact that a pinpoint down the railroad track is perceived by a person as a diesel engine is an example of ________________?
Correct answer: C. size constancy
- A. continuity
- B. closure
- C. size constancy
- D. motion parallax
Explanation
Size constancy allows a distant object with a very small retinal image to be perceived as a large object when distance and surrounding depth cues are taken into account. Motion parallax requires movement by the observer, which the example does not specify.
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