Prashanth Is Participating in a Psychology Experiment in Which He

question 187

Multiple Choice

Prashanth is participating in a psychology experiment in which he is asked to gradually shrink the image of a square on his computer screen until he can see that it is smaller than a second square on the screen.Prashanth is trying to create a difference in order to allow measurement of an) threshold.

• A)just noticeable; absolute
• B)psychophysical; absolute
• C)just noticeable; difference
• D)psychophysical; difference

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Definitions:

Physical Arousal

The condition of being physiologically excited or stimulated, often associated with preparedness for physical activity.

Labeling

The process of assigning a category or descriptor to someone or something, which can influence perceptions and behaviors.

Context

The circumstances or background that surrounds and gives meaning to an event, statement, or idea.

Facial Feedback Hypothesis

The idea that sensory feedback from our facial expressions can affect our mood and emotions, influencing how we feel.