The Smallest Amount of a Particular Stimulus Required to Produce

question 130

Multiple Choice

The smallest amount of a particular stimulus required to produce any sensation at all in the person to whom the stimulus is presented is the __________

• A) absolute threshold
• B) minimum threshold
• C) difference threshold
• D) noticeable threshold

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Definitions:

Recovery

The process of returning to a normal state of health, mind, or strength following illness, addiction, or trauma.

Depression

A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.

Aggression

Behavior intended to harm or intimidate others.

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that become reinforcing through their association with primary reinforcers, such as money earning value through its relation to buying food.