The Process by Which Our Senses Adjust to Varying Levels

question 34

Multiple Choice

The process by which our senses adjust to varying levels of stimulation to allow them to operate as sensitively as possible without becoming overloaded is called ________.

• A) transformation
• B) adaptation
• C) transduction
• D) transmutation

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Definitions:

Dependent Variable

A variable in statistical analysis that is influenced or predicted by another variable.

Exposure

The condition of being subjected to something, such as light, chemicals, or experiences, which may have an effect or influence.

Mortality Rates

Statistical measures of the number of deaths in a specified population, within a certain period of time.

Regression Analysis

A statistical method used to model and analyze the relationship between a dependent variable and one or more independent variables.