chapter 15

Question 1

size constancy

Answer 1

we maintain a constant perception of an objects size even though the size of the image on the retina alters

Question 2

shape constancy

Answer 2

an object is perceived to maintain its known shape despite changing perspective

Question 3

closure

Answer 3

we perceive an object to be whole despite it being incomplete

Question 4

similarity

Answer 4

individual parts of a stimulus pattern are similar

Question 5

proximity

Answer 5

individual parts of a stimulus pattern are close to each other, we call them whole

Question 6

what is depth perception

Answer 6

the ability to accurately judge 3D space and distance using cues in the environment

Question 7

convergence

Answer 7

as an object comes closer to us, our eye turn inwards

Question 8

what is perceptual set

Answer 8

a predisposition to stimuli in a specific way, attend to certain features or aspects of our field of view

Question 9

biological factors affecting taste perception

Answer 9

genetics

age

Question 10

psychological factors affecting taste perception

Answer 10

perceptual set

packaging