Which Is NOT a Reason an Adult in Midlife Returns

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT a reason an adult in midlife returns to college?

• A) To improve their work skills
• B) To enhance self-esteem
• C) To relive their youth
• D) To adapt to a changing world

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Definitions:

Weber's Law

A principle stating that the smallest change in a physical stimulus that can be detected is a constant proportion of the stimulus level.

Masking Stimulus

A stimulus used to interfere with the perception of another stimulus, often used in research to study attention and perception processes.

Stationary Object

An object that is not in motion; remaining in the same place relative to its surroundings.

Just Noticeable Difference

The minimum difference in stimulation that a person can detect 50% of the time, also called the difference threshold.