The Smallest Difference Between Two Stimuli That Can Be Detected

question 2

Multiple Choice

The smallest difference between two stimuli that can be detected 50 percent of the time it is present is called:

• A)absolute threshold.
• B)just noticeable difference.
• C)sensation.
• D)sensory adaptation.

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