__________ Refers to the Process of Selecting Among a Set

question 108

Multiple Choice

__________ refers to the process of selecting among a set of possible alternatives.

• A)Mental set
• B)Decision making
• C)Heuristics
• D)Thin slicing

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Definitions:

Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in stimulation needed to detect a change or difference between two stimuli.

Just-noticeable Difference

The smallest change in intensity of a stimulus that can be detected.

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity of a stimulus at which it can be detected by an individual at least 50% of the time.

Difference Threshold

The minimum difference in stimulation that a person can detect 50% of the time, also known as just noticeable difference (JND).