Which of the Following Is a Reason for the Relatively

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason for the relatively weak presidency during the 19th century,as compared to the presidency in the 20th century?

• A)the smaller size and complexity of the federal government
• B)the sectional nature of the nation's major issues
• C)the U.S.government's smaller role in world affairs
• D)all of these factors: the smaller size and complexity of the federal government; the sectional nature of the nation's major issues; and the U.S.government's smaller role in world affairs
• E)None of these answers is correct.

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Definitions:

Absolute Threshold

The minimum intensity of a stimulus that one can detect 50% of the time, a concept central to the study of sensory processes.

Taste Constancy

The perception that the flavor of a food item remains consistent despite changes in the environment or context.

Proximal Stimulus

The stimulus registered by the sensory receptors, e.g., the pattern of light falling on the retina, as opposed to the actual object in the environment.

Just Noticeable Difference

The minimal change in a stimulus that can just barely be detected by an organism.