MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 29: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 29
14. A corporate logo uses five unconnected angles equally spaced in a circular fashion. When viewed, it appears to be a star. Which of the following is the logo artist using to create a complete pattern to viewers?
- A. Bottom-up processing
- B. Top-down processing
- C. Gate theory
- D. Gestalt principles
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Gestalt principles are the basis for many optical illusions and include the tendency of people to see continuity even when lines are unconnected. Specifically, this logo appears to rely on the law of closure to create one complete star from five nontouching angles.