The table appears to change shape depending on the angle from which baby Cory observes it.This is an example of:

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Perceptual shape constancy is the ability to perceive an object as maintaining its shape, size, and orientation despite changes in the object's retinal image. In this scenario, the table appears to change shape depending on the angle from which it is observed, but baby Cory is still able to perceive it as a table with a consistent shape, demonstrating perceptual shape constancy.

The Table Appears to Change Shape Depending on the Angle