Professor Bergstrom wants to know how loud a certain noise must be in order to be heard from a distance of 50 feet. This question involves the concept of __________.

A. relative magnitude
B. difference threshold
C. absolute threshold
D. inverse discrimination


Answer: C

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Although Jason told his professor that he missed class because he thought he had the a fever and was coming down with the flu. The real reason for his absence was that he attended a party the night before and had overslept. Jason is utilizing which defense mechanism?

a. displacement b. sublimation c. compensation d. rationalization

Psychology

Imaginary sensations, such as seeing, hearing, or smelling things that do not exist in the real world, are known as

a. delusions. b. illusions. c. hallucinations. d. paradoxical intentions.

Psychology

Which of the following determines involuntary commitments?

A. Dangerousness B. Grave disability C. Pressure from relatives D. Approval from the hospital

Psychology