In order to create the illusion of three-dimensional reality, a painter must use
A) bivariate depth cues.
B) binocular depth cues.
C) myopic depth cues.
D) pictorial depth cues.

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Pictorial depth cues are the type of cues that painters use to create the illusion of three-dimensional reality on a two-dimensional surface. These include techniques such as overlapping, size, vertical placement, atmospheric perspective, and shadows & highlights. Bivariate depth cues refer to the use of two separate cues to perceive depth, such as using both binocular disparity and motion parallax. Binocular depth cues rely on the use of both eyes to perceive depth, such as stereopsis, while myopic depth cues are the result of the way that the eye lenses change shape to focus on objects at different distances. None of these are applicable to the techniques used by painters to create the illusion of depth on a canvas.

In Order to Create the Illusion of Three-Dimensional Reality, a Painter