Derek watches an airplane that is flying. The plane seems to get smaller as it goes farther away. Which of the following aspects of perceptual constancy allows Derek to understand that the airplane is not getting smaller?
A. apparent movement
B. size constancy
C. shape constancy
D. pattern recognition
Answer: B
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