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Perceptual constancy and the system of reference

Perceptual constancy and the system of reference 1. Different conceptions of the perceptual constancy were discussed, and a new methodology was proposed to deal with the constancy in connection with the system of reference. 2. Methodologically, two types of constancy were distinguished from each other: (a) constancy obtained by the comparative judgment in the two-stimulus-comparison situation (as has been studied traditionally) and (b) constancy obtained by the absolute judgment in the single-stimulus situation (as is the case in everyday experience). Some studies on the constancy of the latter type were reviewed. 3. It was proposed that any change in the condition of stimulus presentation may transform the system of reference in an extent which correponds to the degree of constancy. 4. This proposition was supported by experiments which treated the absolute judgment on the length of pencils, the shape of rectangular cards, or the lightness of paper. 5. The implications of the constancy were discussed in terms of (i) segregation of stimulation, (ii) perceptual constancy vs. thing constancy, (iii) comparative vs. absolute, and (iv) transient standards vs. lasting norms. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Psychological Research Springer Journals

Perceptual constancy and the system of reference

Morinaga, Shiro; Noguchi, Kaoru
Psychological Research , Volume 29 (2) – Oct 6, 2004
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Psychology; Psychology Research
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0340-0727
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1. Different conceptions of the perceptual constancy were discussed, and a new methodology was proposed to deal with the constancy in connection with the system of reference. 2. Methodologically, two types of constancy were distinguished from each other: (a) constancy obtained by the comparative judgment in the two-stimulus-comparison situation (as has been studied traditionally) and (b) constancy obtained by the absolute judgment in the single-stimulus situation (as is the case in everyday experience). Some studies on the constancy of the latter type were reviewed. 3. It was proposed that any change in the condition of stimulus presentation may transform the system of reference in an extent which correponds to the degree of constancy. 4. This proposition was supported by experiments which treated the absolute judgment on the length of pencils, the shape of rectangular cards, or the lightness of paper. 5. The implications of the constancy were discussed in terms of (i) segregation of stimulation, (ii) perceptual constancy vs. thing constancy, (iii) comparative vs. absolute, and (iv) transient standards vs. lasting norms.

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Published: Oct 6, 2004

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