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Perceptual Illusion
Perceptual Illusion
PERCEPTUAL
ILLUSION
ILLUSION
-refers to incorrect
perception
Illusions can be brought about by
the ff. reasons:
Physical condition of the sense organs,
malfunctioning of sense organs can result to
distortion of perception.
The varying sensitivity of the organ receptor to a
particular stimulus
The ability to adapt varied stimulation
The learning background of the perceiver
Cultural background
Illusions can be brought about by
the ff. reasons:
Physical and personality attributes, which
includes his attitudes, fears, habits, desires.
Attention and Interest
1. Illusion of size
a. Muller-lyer illusion
1. Illusion of size
b. Ponzo illusion
1. Illusion of size
b. Horizontal-vertical illusion
2. Illusion of area or shape
a. Poggendorf illusion