Is the white region a square or rectangle?

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The discussion centers around the classification of a white region in an image as either a square or a rectangle. Participants are attempting to determine the geometric properties of the shape based on visual evidence.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that the white region is a rectangle measuring 1 x 0.5 inches.
  • Another participant questions the motive behind the original post, implying there may be an ulterior reason for the inquiry.
  • A different participant mentions the presence of a control group and a primed group, suggesting a context of bias in the responses.
  • There is a mention of a technical issue with a link to the image, which some participants experienced.
  • One participant points out that sockpuppet accounts are not permitted, indicating a concern about the integrity of the discussion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the classification of the shape, with no consensus reached regarding whether it is a square or a rectangle. Additionally, there are concerns about the motives behind the inquiry and the validity of the responses.

Contextual Notes

There are unresolved issues regarding the image link and the definitions of the shapes being discussed, which may influence participants' interpretations.

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Is the white region a square or rectangle? See my post below for image
 
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The link did not work for me. It returned "error 403"
 


question.jpg
- works now?
 


It appears to be a 1 x 0.5 in rectangle.
 
sashickman said:
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Public/purewhite.jpg?w=c601388d - Is the white region a square or rectangle?

Drakkith is right. But, you knew that already, so what's the real motive for your post?
 


A primed group are giving the wrong answer - you are the control group - you will give the unbiased answers - whatever the answer is - don't want to bias any one.
 


Sorry, sockpuppet accounts aren't allowed.
 

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