The Ability to Adjust to an Artificially Displaced or Even

question 52

Multiple Choice

The ability to adjust to an artificially displaced or even inverted visual field is called

• A) retinal disparity.
• B) accommodation.
• C) perceptual adaptation.
• D) shape constancy.

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Definitions:

Norms

The average performance of a large sample of children of a given age.

Social Identity Theory

A psychological theory that explains intergroup behavior by examining the impact of group membership on individuals' self-concept and behavior towards others.

Self-verification Theory

A psychological theory stating that individuals seek to confirm their existing self-concepts by interpreting information in a way that is consistent with their beliefs about themselves.

Downward Social Comparison

The act of comparing oneself with those who are perceived to be in a worse position, which can lead to feelings of relative superiority.