Which of the following statements about biological motion is FALSE?
A) From point-light displays, observers can identify the type of animal present, even when the animal is still.
B) We need only a brief exposure to a point-light display to extract meaningful information.
C) Other animals can also discriminate biological motion from point-light displays.
D) From point-light displays, observers can differentiate whether a person is walking compared to jogging.

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Point-light displays require motion to convey information about biological movement. Observers cannot identify the type of animal present when the animal is still, as the perception of biological motion from point-light displays relies on the dynamic patterns created by the moving points of light.

Which of the Following Statements About Biological Motion Is FALSE