What is the absolute threshold in psychology?

Psychology Thresholds and Signal Detection

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The absolute threshold is the level of stimulus intensity needed for a person to detect a stimulus 100% of the time
The absolute threshold is the maximum level of stimulus intensity needed for a person to detect a stimulus
The absolute threshold is the average level of stimulus intensity needed for a person to detect a stimulus
The absolute threshold in psychology is the minimum level of stimulus intensity needed for a person to detect a stimulus at least 50% of the time.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Define the difference threshold and provide an example.
An example of a difference threshold is the minimum change in weight that a person can detect when holding two objects. If the difference in weight between the objects is below the threshold, the person will not perceive them as different.
An example of a difference threshold is the minimum change in temperature that a person can detect.
The difference threshold is the maximum change in weight that a person can detect when holding two objects.
Difference threshold is the ability to distinguish between two similar colors.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the concept of signal detection theory.
Signal detection theory is only applicable in controlled laboratory settings.
Signal detection theory is a framework used to understand decision-making in uncertain situations, focusing on sensitivity and response bias.
Signal detection theory focuses on response time and motor skills.
Signal detection theory is a mathematical model used to predict outcomes with 100% accuracy.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does sensory adaptation affect our perception of stimuli?
Sensory adaptation reduces our sensitivity to stimuli, causing us to perceive them less intensely.
Sensory adaptation only affects our perception of visual stimuli, not other senses.
Sensory adaptation has no effect on our perception of stimuli.
Sensory adaptation increases our sensitivity to stimuli, making us perceive them more intensely.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the absolute threshold in psychology?
To determine the minimum intensity of a stimulus needed for detection
To measure the maximum intensity of a stimulus needed for detection
To assess the emotional response to a stimulus
To determine the average intensity of a stimulus needed for detection
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can the difference threshold be measured in experiments?
Method of limits
Method of adjustment
Method of constant stimuli
Method of paired comparisons
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Discuss the role of signal detection theory in understanding decision-making processes.
Signal detection theory focuses on weather forecasting
Signal detection theory is primarily used in cooking recipes
Signal detection theory is related to automotive engineering
Signal detection theory provides a framework to analyze how individuals differentiate between signals and noise, considering factors like sensitivity and response bias.
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