If you stare at a pinpoint of light in an otherwise darkened room, after a few seconds the light will seem to move. This is an example of ________.
A) the phi phenomenon
B) the autokinetic illusion
C) convergence
D) stroboscopic motion

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The autokinetic illusion occurs when a stationary object appears to move after staring at it in a darkened room for an extended period of time. The other options do not fit the description of the phenomenon described.

If You Stare at a Pinpoint of Light in an Otherwise