Stephan sees a plane flying at a distance. The plane appears to become smaller as it gets farther away from him. Stephan understands that the plane is not shrinking in size in reality because of ________.
A. linear perspective
B. texture gradient
C. motion parallax
D. perceptual constancy
Answer: D
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a. Alan will become partially independent, but must still rely upon others for support b. Alan will learn to read and write and become self-supporting c. Alan will need custodial care in some kind of institution d. He will require intensive supervision
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a) libido. b) Oedipus complex. c) fixation. d) defense mechanism.
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