Weber's law state that the just Noticeable Difference between stimuli is a (n):
Correct answer: D. Constant
- A. Unknown
- B. Threshold
- C. Puzzle
- D. Constant
Explanation
Weber's law states that the just noticeable difference is a constant proportion of the original stimulus, rather than a fixed absolute amount. Thus, the key idea is a constant ratio between stimulus intensity and detectable change.
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