1answer.
Ask question
Login Signup
Ask question
All categories
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Social Studies
  • Business
  • History
  • Health
  • Geography
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Computers and Technology
  • Arts
  • World Languages
  • Spanish
  • French
  • German
  • Advanced Placement (AP)
  • SAT
  • Medicine
  • Law
  • Engineering
Zarrin [17]
3 years ago
14

A psychologist presents a series of faint lights of varying intensities. Participants report whether they see each light or not.

The psychologist is MOST likely trying to determine participants' _____ thresholds. 1) Difference2) Sensory3) Absolute4) Physical
Social Studies
2 answers:
Tanya [424]3 years ago
8 0

Answer: ABSOLUTE THRESHOLD.

Explanation: Absolute threshold can be defined as the smallest amount of stimulus-light, sound, touch, smell etc. that an individual can respond to. The absolute threshold is influenced by several factors such as an individual cognitive processes, expectations, motivations, their response to stimuli etc.

This is an example of what the psychologist is trying to determine in the participants. By presenting series of faint light, the psychologist is trying to determine the smallest amount of stimulus participant can respond to.

Andrei [34K]3 years ago
5 0

Answer:

3. Absolute thresholds  

Explanation:

Absolute thresholds  -

It refers to the very minute level of stimulus which can be detected within half the time , is referred to as absolute thresholds .

The stimulus can be any smell , sound , taste , touch , sight etc.

The example is - It is used in sound detection .

This method is used in the field of neuroscience and research method .

Hence , from the given scenario of the question ,

The correct option is 3. Absolute thresholds  .

You might be interested in
List and explain the six types /roles of people directly or indirectly involved in bullying
UNO [17]
There is the bully. These people may be bullying the person right in front of them or behind their backs. They are the main abuser.
There is the one who is being bullied. These people are being picked on and abused. They do not fight back, if someone does fight back it's not necessarily bullying. They are the main victim.
There is the assister. These people don't start the bullying but they also bully the victim. They could encourage it or join it.
There are the reinforcements. They don't directly get involved with bullying, but are like an audience. They support the bully and cheer them on.
There are the outsiders. They stay away from the situation and do not defend the victim or support the bully. 
There are the defenders. They come to the victim's defense and speak up for them, comfort them. They support the one who is being abused.
6 0
3 years ago
Read 2 more answers
to what extent did the Federalist administrations of George Washington and John Adams promote national unity and advance the aut
mariarad [96]

Answer: they could not promote national unity sufficiently but they formed a stronger federal government.

Explanation: The Federalist administrations of George Washington and John Adams could not sufficiently promote national unity because of the conflicting beliefs of their political parties. John Adams was elected and served two terms under George Washington as vice President and a single term as President. Both men had great passion for the Republic but were different in many ways.

They were however able to form a stronger and more authoritative federal government. They achieved this through the enforcement of taxes and enactment of several laws; in this they found common ground which strenghtened the powers of the federal government.

4 0
3 years ago
Which of the following statements is true?a. Principles for counseling children are completely different than principles for cou
mylen [45]

Letter B is the correct answer.

When a person seeks counseling, he/she is in need of professional assistance/guidance to solve a personal, social, or psychological problem. Counselors will help clients work on strategies to overcome the challenges and obstacles they're facing or that they're afraid to face. This relationship between counselor and client is very important, it empowers individuals to accomplish/pursue mental health, wellness, professional and educational goals.  

3 0
2 years ago
Explain two factors why it is<br> important for youths to investigate and be knowledgeable about it.
Lubov Fominskaja [6]

Answer:

Success and consequences

Explanation:

For gaining success and avoiding consequences are the two factors that is  important for youths to investigate and be knowledgeable about it. For success, the youth of the nation have to investigate about a newly introduced thing and have the knowledge about it in order to gain more benefit from it and saves itself from the consequences that may be present in this newly introduced item.

6 0
3 years ago
Rudy's friends noticed that he had changed. he was much more aggressive, his mood seemed to swing wildly, and he had severe acne
DerKrebs [107]
The performance enhancing substance is labeled as Anabolic Steroids.

Anabolic steroids can lead to a lot of problems if abused. People who tend to abuse these drugs usually injects them to the muscles or taken orally. These steroids are also applied to the skin as gel, patch, or as a cream. Anabolic steroids work differently from other drugs but, long-term steroid abuse can act on some of the brain pathways that may result in significant effect on mood and also the behavior of an individual
6 0
3 years ago
Other questions:
  • What are the challenges faced by the ruler of the UAE while developing the country to global standard?
    11·1 answer
  • How to approach and enter a vehicle from the street side?
    7·1 answer
  • Why are politics important? (I need a good answer)
    14·2 answers
  • Which of the following is not likely to appear on a map? A. Remote sensors B. Compass rose C. Contour lines D. The equator E. La
    11·2 answers
  • What family or dynasty is currently rulling north korea?
    6·1 answer
  • Louisa seems to have a strong ability to accurately pick up on the emotions of others in the workplace, understand what is going
    12·1 answer
  • 2. How many members does Idaho have in the<br> House of Representatives?
    7·2 answers
  • In terms of organizational conflicts, differences between members of one group is an Select one: a. intragroup conflict. b. inte
    6·1 answer
  • What were two results of the Crusades?
    6·1 answer
  • Define point of view?
    7·2 answers
Add answer
Login
Not registered? Fast signup
Signup
Login Signup
Ask question!