Difference Thresholds in Visual Detection Vary as a Function of ______

question 37

Multiple Choice

Difference thresholds in visual detection vary as a function of ______.

• A)the level of auditory distraction
• B)the amount of sensory overload in the system
• C)whether the judgments are being made at threshold or above threshold
• D)whether there is a clear relationship between visual and auditory stimuli

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Definitions:

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