In Signal Detection Theory, Moving the Criterion to the Left

question 46

Multiple Choice

In signal detection theory, moving the criterion to the left will

• A) increase the hit rate.
• B) decrease the false alarm rate.
• C) increase d΄.
• D) have no effect on the false alarm rate.

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