The Perception Associated with the Amplitude of a Sound Wave

question 24

Multiple Choice

The perception associated with the amplitude of a sound wave is ​

• A)timbre.
• B)loudness.
• C)tonal quality.
• D)richness.

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Definitions:

Masking Stimuli

External stimuli that interfere with the perception of other stimuli, making them less likely to be noticed.

Subliminal Stimulation

The process of receiving messages or stimuli below the threshold of conscious awareness.

Masking Stimuli

Stimuli that interfere with the perception of other stimuli, often used in psychological experiments to test sensory detection and processing.

Sensory Adaptation

A method where sensory detectors decrease their sensitivity to unchanging stimuli over time, enabling organisms to concentrate on environmental changes.