The minimum stimulus intensity required for detection is the ______ whereas the smallest detectable difference between a standard stimulus intensity and another stimulus value is the ______

a. absolute threshold; difference threshold
b. response criterion; sensory constant
c. base value; just noticeable difference (jnd)
d. detection standard; beta criterion


A

Psychology

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