In the Müller-Lyer illusion, most people perceive the line with the outward-facing branches as longer than the line with inward-facing branches, despite the fact that they are really the same length
Which of the following is a likely reason why this occurs?
a. The eye is distracted by the branches and cannot make an accurate measurement.
b. The brain mistakenly interprets the branches as a depth or distance cue.
c. The line with outward-facing branches produces a larger image on the retina.
d. The branches interfere with the process of size constancy.
Answer: b
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