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Why you pour less into a tall glass

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Human perception is easily tricked by vertical dimensions over horizontal ones. Bartenders and scientists alike know that people will consistently pour less liquid into a tall, thin glass than a short, wide one, mistakenly believing the taller vessel holds a greater volume.

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