Asked by Erick Cruz-Larios on May 20, 2024

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We often perceive a series of dots on a printed form as a "solid" line because of the Gestalt principle of

A) constancy.
B) similarity.
C) closure.
D) symmetry.

Gestalt Principle

A theory in psychology that proposes the human brain perceives whole objects rather than merely the sum of their parts.

Closure

The psychological term for the human desire to seek a sense of completeness and certainty in perceiving patterns.

  • Recognize the importance and application of Gestalt principles in perception.
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Morgan SandersMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The principle of closure states that our brains tend to fill in gaps and complete incomplete shapes. In the case of a series of dots, our brains may interpret them as a connected line because of this principle of closure.