In a Detection Experiment, Randy Says "Yes" to 90% of the Trials

question 14

Multiple Choice

In a detection experiment, Randy says "yes" to 90% of the trials, and Perry says "yes" to 70% of the trials. Our best conclusion from this study is

• A) Randy's threshold is higher than Perry's.
• B) Perry is more sensitive than Randy.
• C) response criterion may be different for Randy and Perry.
• D) Randy and Perry are equally sensitive.

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