Generally,as a Stimulus Becomes More Intense,the Minimal Change in Intensity

question 16

Multiple Choice

Generally,as a stimulus becomes more intense,the minimal change in intensity needed for a person to notice the change

• A)increases.
• B)decreases.
• C)stays the same.
• D)has no relationship whatsoever to original intensity.

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Definitions:

High Pitches

Sounds that have a high frequency, typically perceived as shrill or squeaky, easily distinguishable from lower pitch sounds.

Low-Frequency

Low-frequency pertains to events, signals, or items occurring or operating at a relatively small number of cycles or occurrences per unit of time.

High-Frequency

Refers to phenomena or activities that occur at a rapid rate or over short intervals, often used in contexts like electronics, trading, or signals where a high number of cycles or transactions happen within a short period.

Hair Cell

A specialized auditory receptor cell within the inner ear that enables hearing by converting sound vibrations into electrical signals.