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Question 1

whats the difference between image-based object recognition theories and parts-based obkect recognition theories

Answer 1

image based is when an object you have seen before is stored in memory as a template. Parts based is when the brain deconstructs objects we see into a colletion of parts.

Question 2

change blindness-

Answer 2

occurs when people fail to detect changes to the visual details of a scene

Question 3

what are some depth cues in monocular vision:

Answer 3

1. Interposition- object in front is perceived as closer 2. Linear perspective- parallels lines receding converge at a point on the horizon. 3. Texture- the finer the detail, the closer the object 4. Shading- can provide 3D info 5. size- larger object are perceived as closer

Question 4

Inattentional blindness-

Answer 4

a failure to perceive objects that are not the focus of attention

Question 5

figure:

Answer 5

a visual stimulus that is perceived as a self0contained object

Question 6

Binocular disparity:

Answer 6

the difference in the retinal images of the 2 eyes that provide information about depth

Question 7

ground:

Answer 7

a visual stimulus that is perceived as a formless backgrond

Question 8

the ames room is designed to demonstrate what?

Answer 8

the size distance illusion

Question 9

Monocular:

Answer 9

are aspect that yield information about depth when viewed with only one eye. Relies on relationship between distance and size

Question 10

what are the gestalt laws of a grouping:

Answer 10

1. Law of proximity- elements closest together are perceived as belonging together 2. Law of similarity- elements that look similar are perceived as being part of the same form 3. Good continuiance- when elements are interrupted the simplest interpretation is preferred 4. Pragnanze (good form)- a stimulus will be organized into as good a figure as possible 5. Law of closure - we supply missing information