Mita, Dermer and Knight (1977) found that people prefer a photograph of themselves that is a ______ print, rather than a ______ print, demonstrating the ______ effect.

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Mita, Dermer, and Knight (1977) discovered that individuals tend to prefer a mirror image of themselves over a normal photo, which is attributed to the mere exposure effect. This effect suggests that people develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them, and since we usually see ourselves in mirrors, the mirror image becomes the preferred version.

Mita, Dermer and Knight (1977) Found That People Prefer a Photograph