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Processing visual ambiguity in fractal patterns: Pareidolia as a sign of creativity

2021-11-28

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<p>Creativity is a highly sought after and multifaceted skill. Unfortunately, we only have a loose grasp on its cognitive underpinnings. Empirical research typically probes creativity by estimating the potential for problem solving and novel idea generation, a process known as “divergent thinking”. Here, by contrast, we examine creativity through the lens of perceptual abilities. In particular, we ask whether crea...

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3ec4af1a-c4c4-569a-8668-49e84e7e5039
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10.31234/osf.io/n38yt
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