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Delboeuf Illusion

Delboeuf Illusion

In the next video steps, we’ll be focusing on visual illusion studies, starting with the Delboeuf Illusion.

Visual illusion studies are not only cool and interesting, but they are also useful in helping us understand the difference between free-choice tests and training procedures. They also highlight perceptual differences in different animal species.

So take a look at the Delboeuf Illusion and see how it helps us comprehend the Assimilation and Contrast effect in both humans and animals.

If you have any questions, insights, or realisations, feel free to share them in the Comments section.
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