The letters on a flashing neon sign actually read "CPEN FOR BUSINESS!" However, because of the law of _____, Joe never noticed that part of one neon letter was burned out and perceived it as reading "OPEN FOR BUSINESS!"
A)proximity
B)similarity
C)good continuation
D)closure

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The law of closure refers to the tendency of the brain to fill in the missing parts of a visual image to create a complete and recognizable whole. In this case, Joe's brain filled in the missing part of the burnt-out letter to make it complete and read "OPEN FOR BUSINESS."

The Letters on a Flashing Neon Sign Actually Read "CPEN