Perceiving the properties of an object to remain the same even though the physical properties of the sensory message are changing is known as:
A)relative size
B)the phi phenomenon
C)perceptual constancy
D)the autokinetic effect

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Perceptual constancy is the ability to perceive that an object remains the same, even though the sensory information it provides changes. It allows us to recognize familiar objects despite changes in size, shape, or lighting conditions. Relative size is a cue for depth and distance perception. The phi phenomenon refers to the illusion of motion that occurs when two or more stationary lights are flashed in quick succession. The autokinetic effect is the phenomenon where a stationary light appears to be moving.

Perceiving the Properties of an Object to Remain the Same