In the Ponzo illusion, viewing the image upside down produces an accurate perception. Why does this likely occur?
A. The impression of distance from converging lines is reversed.
B. The relative distance cues of larger objects are eliminated.
C. The reversed image counteracts the principle of proximity.
D. The changed perspective triggers top-down perceptual processing.
Answer: A
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