You perceive dimes as round even though the typical retinal image is elliptical, because of

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Shape constancy refers to the ability to perceive the true shape of an object despite changes in orientation, size, or position. In the case of dimes appearing round despite an elliptical retinal image, this is due to shape constancy. The brain has learned to perceive the true shape of a dime as round, regardless of how it appears on the retina, based on past experience and knowledge of the object's shape.

You Perceive Dimes as Round Even Though the Typical Retinal