The rectangular table appears rectangular regardless of the distance or angle at which it is viewed. This is an example of _______________?
Correct answer: B. shape constancy
- A. brightness constancy
- B. shape constancy
- C. size constancy
- D. None of these
Explanation
Shape constancy allows a familiar object to be perceived as having the same shape even when its retinal image changes with viewing angle or distance. Size constancy concerns perceived size, not form.
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