A(n)_____ Is the Smallest Intensity of a Stimulus That Must

question 5

Multiple Choice

A(n) _____ is the smallest intensity of a stimulus that must be present for the stimulus to be detected.

• A)difference threshold
• B)absolute threshold
• C)adaptation threshold
• D)intensity threshold

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