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A gestalt is best described as a(n)

One of the ways we perceive images is by organizing stimuli into an object seen against its surroundings. What is this perceptual tendency called?

The perceptual tendency to group together stimuli that are near each other is called

The organization of two-dimensional retinal images into three-dimensional perceptions is called

The convergence of parallel lines provides the distance cue known as

As we move, objects that are fixed in place (a light pole, for example) may appear to move. What is this monocular cue for depth called?

The perception that Bugs Bunny is hopping across a movie screen best illustrates

The perceived size of an object is most strongly influenced by that object's perceived

Humans born blind or kittens raised under restricted conditions do not have the cortical regions needed to interpret visual stimuli. Sensory restriction does not appear to do damage if it occurs later in life. This suggests that

Imagine that a softball player wears special glasses that shift her visual field upward 20 degrees. This means that when the player wears these glasses, everything appears higher than it actually is. With practice the player can hit a ball with the glasses on. What will happen when the player first hits a ball with the glasses off?

Our experiences, assumptions, and expectations may give us a perceptual set that influences what we perceive. This is an example of

Although Sue Yen sees her chemistry teacher several times a week, she didn't recognize the teacher when she saw her in the grocery store. This best illustrates the importance of