The Minimum Amount of Change Required for a Person to Detect

question 13

Multiple Choice

The minimum amount of change required for a person to detect a difference between two stimuli is referred to as the:

• A) absolute threshold
• B) minimum threshold
• C) difference threshold
• D) signal change

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Definitions:

Achievement Motivation

The drive to pursue and meet (often challenging) goals, based on the desire to achieve success and excel.

Intermediate Difficulty

A level of challenge that is neither too hard nor too easy, often considered optimal for learning and engagement.

Immediate Gratification

The desire to experience pleasure or fulfillment without delay or deferment, often prioritizing short-term rewards over long-term goals.

Affective Forecasting

The process of predicting how one will feel in the future, often with a focus on emotional reactions to specific events.