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Your Eyes Fool Your Ears With The McGurk Effect
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Key Facts In This Video
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The McGurk Effect tricks your brain into hearing different sounds based on how someone's lips are moving. 01:07
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The McGurk Effect works whether or not you are aware of how it works. 02:03
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