A Hypothesis Is A(n)

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Multiple Choice

A hypothesis is a(n)

• A)observable relationship between specific independent and dependent variables.
• B)testable prediction that gives direction to research.
• C)set of principles that organizes observations and explains newly discovered facts.
• D)unprovable assumption about the unobservable processes that underlie psychological functioning.

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Definitions:

Interposition

A visual cue in which an object partially blocks another, helping to perceive depth.

Ponzo Illusion

An optical illusion where two identical lines appear to be different lengths due to their contextual background, demonstrating depth perception discrepancies.

Visual Field

The complete area visible in the side vision when focusing the eye on a single central point.

Appears Farther

A perceptual phenomenon where an object or distance is perceived to be more distant than it actually is.