Asked by Alyssa McMullan on Jul 29, 2024
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In some cases of brain damage, the patient fails to recognize faces, yet can point out individual components of the face such as the eyes and nose. What do patients such as these seem to be having trouble with?
A) segregating figure (facial features) from ground (the whole face)
B) compensating for their own eye movements
C) seeing the gestalt
D) binocular disparity
Facial Features
Facial features are the parts of the human face, such as eyes, nose, and mouth, which contribute to individual appearance.
Brain Damage
Physical harm or injury to the brain tissue that can result in impairment or loss of function.
Segregating
The act of separating or setting apart from others or from the main body or group.
- Clarify the idea of figure-ground perception and its relevance.
Verified Answer
BF
Bailey ForemanAug 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Patients with this condition, known as prosopagnosia, have difficulty perceiving the overall structure or gestalt of the face, which is necessary for recognition. They can see individual features but cannot integrate them into a coherent whole.
Learning Objectives
- Clarify the idea of figure-ground perception and its relevance.