If You Were to Hold a Pen in Each Hand

question 53

Multiple Choice

If you were to hold a pen in each hand, with one held five inches from your face and the other at arm's length, the one closer to your face will look larger, even though they are the same size. This is based on cues from ______.

• A) the retinal image
• B) brain functioning
• C) top-down processing
• D) a linear perspective

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Definitions:

One-Way Communication

A form of communication where information is transmitted from the sender to the receiver without expecting or receiving any response or feedback.

Distorted

Altered or misrepresented in a way that deviates from the true or correct original form, often leading to misinterpretation.

Assimilation

The process by which individuals or groups of differing cultural background are absorbed into the dominant culture of a society.

Territoriality

The instinctual or learned concept of establishing and defending an area against others.