In a signal detection task, the participant reports a signal when no signal was present. This is called a _______________

a. hit
b. false alarm
c. miss
d. correct rejection


Answer: b

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A. use of structured interviews. B. use of intelligence testing. C. inclusion of role play procedures. D. use of personality testing.

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a. engagement c. C-section b. premature birth d. breech position

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