Weber's law states that a just noticeable difference

A. is a variable proportion of the intensity of an initial stimulus.
B. is a constant proportion of the intensity of an initial stimulus.
C. should always increase the intensity of an initial stimulus.
D. varies according to people's perception.


Answer: B

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