As parallel lines recede, they appear to converge on a vanishing point somewhere in the distance, giving us the impression of depth. This cue is called
A) convergence.
B) retinal disparity.
C) interposition.
D) linear perspective.
E) the principle of good form.

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Linear perspective is the depth cue that describes how parallel lines appear to converge as they recede into the distance, meeting at a vanishing point on the horizon. This phenomenon helps create the illusion of depth in a two-dimensional image.

As Parallel Lines Recede, They Appear to Converge on a Vanishing