Ebbinghaus effect

The Ebbinghaus effect refers to the tendency for our perception of an object's size to be influenced by surrounding objects. In general knowledge, this means that how we understand or judge information can be shaped by the context in which it is presented. For example, if a fact is surrounded by other, seemingly contrasting facts, we may view it differently than if it were presented alone. This illustrates how context can alter our understanding and interpretation of information, highlighting the importance of how facts are contextualized in learning and communication.