Why Is It Adaptive for the Constant Exponent in Stevens's

question 3

Multiple Choice

Why is it adaptive for the constant exponent in Stevens's power law to be greater than one for physical energies that are dangerous to us at high intensities?

• A) Even a small change can alert us to danger and give us a chance to escape.
• B) The higher the exponent is, the more realistic the judgment is.
• C) It is easier to understand the law if higher intensities have greater exponents.
• D) It is adaptive for us not to be overwhelmed by large changes.