The Minimal Difference That Can Be Detected Between Two Similar

question 51

Multiple Choice

The minimal difference that can be detected between two similar stimuli is called the ________.

• A) perceptual threshold
• B) differential threshold
• C) sensory threshold
• D) absolute threshold
• E) sensation threshold

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