The Minimum Difference Between Two Stimuli Required for Detection 50

question 133

Multiple Choice

The minimum difference between two stimuli required for detection 50 percent of the time is called

• A) signal detection.
• B) the absolute threshold.
• C) perceptual set.
• D) the just noticeable difference.

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