The Smallest Level of Added or Reduced Stimulation Required to Sense

question 128

Multiple Choice

The smallest level of added or reduced stimulation required to sense that a change in stimulation has occurred is known as the _____.

• A)difference threshold
• B)absolute threshold
• C)adaptation threshold
• D)intensity threshold

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