The Absolute Threshold Is The

question 296

Multiple Choice

The absolute threshold is the:

• A)minimal change in a stimulus that can just barely be detected.
• B)minimal intensity needed to just barely detect a stimulus.
• C)intensity of a stimulus that can be detected in the presence of noise.
• D)decreasing sensitivity to a stimulus over time.

---

Definitions:

Sharpe Measure

An alternative term for the Sharpe Ratio, providing an assessment of an investment's risk-adjusted return by calculating the excess return per unit of risk.

Beta

A tool for appraising the degree of volatility or systemic risk involved in a security or portfolio relative to the market at large.

Treynor Measure

A ratio used to evaluate the returns of a portfolio or investment adjusted for risk, taking into account the risk-free rate and market volatility.

Beta

A measure of a stock's volatility in relation to the overall market.