Which of the Following Is True of Weber's Constant

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of Weber's constant?

• A)Weber's constant for pitch is 1/444.
• B)Weber discovered that the threshold for perceiving differences in the intensity of light is about 8 percent.
• C)Weber's constant is not valid for noticing differences in lifted weight.
• D)Weber's constant for light is inaccurate when extremely bright or dull lights are compared.

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Definitions:

Illusory Correlation

The perception of a relationship between two variables even when no such relationship exists.

Heuristic Correlation

Refers to the use of simple, efficient rules or mental shortcuts that help people make decisions or solve problems, often applied in the context of establishing relationships or patterns between variables without rigorous analysis.

Associative Correlation

Involves relationships between variables where the presence or magnitude of one variable is naturally linked to the presence or magnitude of another, often through association rather than causation.