Perceiving a dinner plate as having consistent form regardless of the angle from which we view it is known as

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Shape constancy refers to our ability to perceive objects as maintaining their shape regardless of the angle from which we view them. This is why we are able to recognize a dinner plate as a round object, even if we are looking at it from a side view or from above. Choice A, continuity, refers to the tendency to perceive objects as having a smooth, continuous shape rather than abrupt changes or interruptions. Choice B, interposition, refers to the perception of one object as partially blocking another object, indicating that the first object is closer to us. Choice C, parallel processing, refers to the brain's ability to process multiple aspects of a visual stimulus simultaneously, such as color, shape, and movement.

Perceiving a Dinner Plate as Having Consistent Form Regardless of the Angle