Even though the cars at the end of the train look miniature, we know they are full-size due to

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Perceptual constancy allows us to maintain a constant perception of an object's size, despite changes in distance or angle of viewing. In this case, we know the cars at the end of the train are full-size despite appearing small, due to our understanding of their proportion to the train as a whole. This is an example of size constancy, which is a form of perceptual constancy. Binocular cues rely on having two eyes, monocular cues rely on one eye, and perceptual illusion involves an inaccurate perception of reality. These options are not as applicable in this situation as perceptual constancy.

Even Though the Cars at the End of the Train