An Example of an Absolute Threshold Judgment Would Be an Individual

question 39

Multiple Choice

An example of an absolute threshold judgment would be an individual:

• A) detecting that the room is brighter when two extra candles are lit.
• B) perceiving the light touch of an ant crawling across his or her foot.
• C) perceiving that his/her backpack is heavier when another book is added.
• D) turning up the radio so that he or she can hear the music over other noises.

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