There Is a Short in the Light in Holden's Office

question 84

Multiple Choice

There is a short in the light in Holden's office, so it makes a soft but constant high-pitched sound. Maintenance workers have not been able to fix the problem. When Travis walks into Holden's office, he says, "How can you stand that awful noise?" Holden spends a moment listening and then says, "I don't even hear it anymore." Holden has been exposed to the sound so long that he has experienced

• A)an absolute threshold.
• B)sensory adaptation.
• C)a difference threshold.
• D)synesthesia.
• E)a just noticeable difference.

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Definitions:

Organized Sports

Structured physical activities, typically led by adults or coaches, where children and adolescents learn skills, compete, and participate in a team or individual sports.

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Parents

Guardians or caretakers who are responsible for the upbringing, support, and guidance of their children.

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Informal or recreational physical activities that are typically less structured than competitive sports, focusing more on enjoyment and participation than on winning.