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Visual Illusions

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AP Psychology

Definition

Visual illusions are perceptual experiences that occur when there is a mismatch between the physical reality of a stimulus and how it is perceived by the brain. They can distort or misinterpret visual information, leading to an inaccurate perception of reality.

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