The pilot of a small fishing boat complains that on exceptionally clear days distances are harder to judge.This is probably due to the loss of which depth cue?
A)accommodation
B)relative size
C)aerial perspective
D)convergence

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Aerial perspective, also known as atmospheric perspective, is the depth cue that refers to the fact that distant objects appear hazy, less distinct, or with a bluish tint due to the scattering of light by the atmosphere. On exceptionally clear days, there is less atmospheric haze, and objects may appear sharper and more distinct, which can make it harder to judge distances accurately. Therefore, the loss of aerial perspective is the most likely reason why the pilot of the small fishing boat complains that distances are harder to judge on such days. The other depth cues listed (accommodation, relative size, and convergence) are not directly affected by changes in atmospheric conditions, and therefore, they are less relevant to the pilot's situation.

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