Even though two lines are of equal length, the one with outward pointing wings looks longer than the one with inward pointing wings. This is an example of the
A)Ponzo illusion.
B)apparent movement illusion.
C)Müller-Lyer illusion.
D)moon illusion.
E)impossible figures illusion.

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The Müller-Lyer illusion is the phenomenon where lines of the same length appear to be different lengths when ended with inward or outward pointing wings. This illusion tricks the brain into perceiving depth and perspective inaccurately, making one line seem longer than the other even though they are the same length.

Even Though Two Lines Are of Equal Length, the One