When Mary receives a meal on a large plate in a restaurant, she is more likely to eat larger portions and her estimate of the kilocalories of the meal is likely to

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Research in psychology and nutrition has shown that when meals are served on larger plates, individuals tend to serve themselves more and consume larger portions without realizing it. This often leads to underestimating the caloric content of the meal because the portion size appears more appropriate for the plate size, skewing perception.

When Mary Receives a Meal on a Large Plate in a Restaurant