The ability of the brain to preserve perception of objects in spite of the changes in retinal image when an object changes position or distance from the viewer is known as ________.

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Perceptual constancy refers to the brain's ability to recognize objects as being constant even though the lighting, angle, distance, and other aspects of the object's appearance may change. This allows us to perceive objects as unchanging despite variations in the environment or our viewpoint.

The Ability of the Brain to Preserve Perception of Objects