Weber's Law and Sensory Processes

Hard Unit 3: Sensation & Perception Sensory Processes

In the study of sensation and perception, various theories explain how we perceive and interpret stimuli from our environment. One significant theory in understanding how we perceive the intensity of stimuli is the Difference Threshold, which refers to the minimum difference in stimulation that a person can detect 50% of the time.

However, other theories also exist, such as Weber's Law, which states that the ratio of the increment threshold to the background intensity is a constant. This concept influences how we perceive changes in stimuli intensity.

Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between sensory processes and Weber's Law?

Weber's Law only applies to visual stimuli and does not generalize to other senses.

Weber's Law demonstrates that a constant proportional difference must exist between stimuli for it to be perceived.

Weber's Law negates the concept of the absolute threshold, indicating that all stimuli are equally detectable.

Weber's Law suggests that the difference threshold decreases as stimulus intensity increases.

Weber's Law states that individuals can detect changes in stimulus intensity with a fixed amount of change, regardless of the initial intensity.

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