The Müller-Lyer illusion demonstrates that not all perceptual illusions are only _____, but that _____ can be a factor in susceptibility to certain illusions.
A)strong; genetics
B)innate; experience
C)successful; intelligence
D)cultural; genes

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In general, we are all about equally vulnerable to perceptual illusions. This leads us to think these perceptual errors are innate. The fact that our experience-whether we live in an environment where straight lines and angles abound or not-affects our vulnerability to the Müller-Lyer illusions shows that experience plays a role.

The Müller-Lyer Illusion Demonstrates That Not All Perceptual Illusions Are