Signal Detection Theory Suggests That Differences in Absolute Thresholds Between

question 72

Multiple Choice

Signal detection theory suggests that differences in absolute thresholds between different people reflect

• A) signal strength.
• B) sensory processes.
• C) human judgment.
• D) absolute thresholds.
• E) sensory adaptation.

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Definitions:

Type II Error

Error that occurs when the alternative hypothesis is true but the decision is made to not reject the null hypothesis.

Nonparametric Test

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Measure of Effect Size

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