A Taxonomy Is Made Up of Discrete Units Called __________

question 10

Multiple Choice

A taxonomy is made up of discrete units called __________.

• A) species
• B) nomenclatures
• C) particles
• D) taxons

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Definitions:

Stimulus Level

The intensity of a stimulus which may influence the response it elicits from an organism or process.

Just Noticeable Difference

The smallest change in the intensity of a stimulus that can be detected.

Weber's Law

A principle in psychology stating that the just-noticeable difference in a stimulus is proportional to the magnitude of the original stimulus.

Opponent-Process Principle

A psychological and physiological model that explains contrasting emotional and sensory responses to stimuli.