The Smallest Difference Between Two Stimuli That Can Be Detected

question 495

Multiple Choice

The smallest difference between two stimuli that can be detected is called the _______________ threshold.

• A)difference
• B)absolute
• C)change
• D)relative

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Definitions:

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