The Effect Seen in the Ames Room Is the Result

question 357

Multiple Choice

The effect seen in the Ames Room is the result of ___.

• A) perceptual consistency
• B) shape constancy
• C) size constancy
• D) both shape and size constancy

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Definitions:

Parallel Processing

The ability of the brain to simultaneously process incoming stimuli of differing quality, a fundamental method of information processing in the human mind.

Overextension

A language development error in which a child applies a word too broadly, beyond its appropriate context.

Overregularization

A language acquisition error where children apply general grammatical rules too widely, leading to incorrect language uses, such as "goed" for "went."

Intelligence

A general mental capability that involves the ability to reason, plan, solve problems, think abstractly, comprehend complex ideas, learn quickly, and learn from experience.