Regarding figure-ground perception, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A)Figures have shape, while ground does not.
B)In the old lady/young lady figure, people most often see the old woman.
C)In the vase/profile figure, the vase always represents the figure.
D)Outlines always allow us to distinguish between ground and figure.
E)Humans tend to perceive objects as ground when they have distinctive coloring.

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Figures are typically perceived as being more "shapeful" and distinct compared to the ground, which often appears shapeless and extends behind the figure. This distinction helps in organizing visual scenes into objects (figures) that stand out from their background (ground).

Regarding Figure-Ground Perception, Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE