Optical Illusions

Figures tend to be perceived as whole, complete objects, even if spaces or gaps exist in the representation, thus demonstrating the principle of:

• Closure

• Proximity

• Continuity

• Similarity

Why is it that we can see the panda in the logo and not a bunch of black shapes?

• We perceive the proximity of the shapes as a group

• We automatically fill the gaps between the black shapes to create a panda

• We simplify the scene into figures and background

• Because of the Figure/Ground principle

A reversible figure, such as the vase/face figure, makes use of which principle of perception?

• closure

• proximity

• similarity

• figure-ground relationship

The tendencies of humans to group stimuli by similarity and by physical proximity to each other are illustrative of 

• Perceptual inference

• Gestalt principles

• Concept of constancy

• Prototype theory

Which of the following factors can contribute to the occurrence of visual perceptual illusions?

• Depth perception

• Taste preferences

• Emotional intelligence

• Musical aptitude

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The Müller-Lyer illusion is an example of a:

• a) Auditory illusion

• b) Tactile illusion

• c) Visual illusion

• d) Cognitive illusion

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Which of the following is a common cause of optical illusions?

• Light refraction

• Sound waves

• Magnetic fields

• Temperature changes

The Ames Room illusion is primarily an example of which type of illusion?

• Auditory

• Tactile

• Visual

• Olfactory

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

What scientific principle is often involved in creating optical illusions?

• Conservation of energy

• Wave-particle duality

• Refraction of light

• Newton's third law

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Which part of the human brain is most involved in processing optical illusions?

• Cerebellum

• Occipital lobe

• Frontal lobe

• Parietal lobe