Objects appear the same size despite changes in retinal image size A car driving away appears smaller on the retina, but we know it isn't shrinking.

Objects appear the same color despite changes in lighting

Objects appear the same size despite changes in retinal image size

Objects appear the same shape despite changes in viewing angle

Objects appear stationary despite movement of the retinal image

Perception

AP Psychology· difficulty 4/5

Size constancy means

A
$Objects appear the same color despite changes in lighting$
B
$Objects appear the same size despite changes in retinal image size$
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C
$Objects appear the same shape despite changes in viewing angle$
D
$Objects appear stationary despite movement of the retinal image$

Explanation

A car driving away appears smaller on the retina, but we know it isn't shrinking.

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