Whether you are standing right next to it or a mile away from it, you know that a particular tree is the same size because of __________.
A) the figure-ground distinction
B) the phi phenomenon
C) perceptual constancy
D) retinal disparity

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Perceptual constancy refers to the perception of objects as maintaining their size, shape, color, and other physical characteristics despite changes in the sensory information received by the eyes. Therefore, regardless of the distance from the tree, our brain maintains the perception that the size of the tree remains the same due to perceptual constancy. Neither the figure-ground distinction, the phi phenomenon, nor retinal disparity are relevant to explaining the perception of consistent tree size.

Whether You Are Standing Right Next to It or a Mile