The Lowest Level of a Stimulus Needed for the Nervous

question 149

Multiple Choice

The lowest level of a stimulus needed for the nervous system to detect a change half the time is called the ___________.

• A) difference threshold
• B) just noticeable difference
• C) sensory adaptation
• D) absolute threshold

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Definitions:

Anicteric

Referring to a condition or phase of a disease, especially hepatitis, in which jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) is not present.

An-

Prefix used in various words to denote without, lacking, or absent, often in medical and scientific terminology.

Eupnea

Normal, good, unlabored breathing.

Eu-

A prefix meaning good, well, advantageous, or normal in the context of medical terminology.