It Is Possible That the Data Points Close to a Curve

question 63

True/False

It is possible that the data points close to a curve have a correlation close to 0, because correlation is relevant only for measuring linear relationships.

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Definitions:

Weber's Law

A principle of perception that states the change in a stimulus that will be just noticeable is a constant ratio of the original stimulus.

Psychophysics

The scientific study of the relationship between physical stimuli and the sensations and perceptions they produce in the human mind.

Weber's Law

A principle that states the smallest change in a stimulus, such as weight or brightness, that can be detected is a constant proportion of the original stimulus's intensity.

Differential Threshold

The smallest detectable difference between two stimuli or the minimum change in intensity that a person can detect.