If Two Objects Cast Retinal Images of the Same Size

question 410

Multiple Choice

If two objects cast retinal images of the same size, the object that appears to be closer is perceived as ________ the object that appears to be more distant.

• A) Overlapping
• B) smaller than
• C) larger than
• D) the same size as

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Definitions:

Medicine

The science and practice of diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease and injury in humans.

Releasing Stimulus

A specific trigger that elicits a fixed action pattern or an innate behavior in animals.

Fixed Action Patterns

Innate, pre-programmed responses triggered by specific stimuli, observed in animals, which are carried out to completion once initiated and are common in mating and defensive behaviors.

Stereotyped Behavior

Stereotyped behavior involves repetitive, rigid, and often meaningless patterns of action that are characteristic of certain developmental or psychological conditions.