4.4.1 - Functional Limitations of Sense Organs
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What is the absolute threshold?
💡 Hint: Think about how loud or bright something has to be to notice it.
Give an example of difference threshold.
💡 Hint: Consider something very sweet and something not sweet.
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What does absolute threshold refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider what 'absolute' means in terms of limits.
True or False: The difference threshold indicates the smallest change a person can detect.
💡 Hint: Think about comparing two similar tastes or sounds.
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Design an experiment to test the absolute threshold of taste using different concentrations of sugar in water. What steps would you follow, and why?
💡 Hint: Consider how you can measure sweetness effectively.
How would you apply the concepts of absolute and difference thresholds to make a product more appealing in a commercial?
💡 Hint: Think about sensory experiences during marketing strategies.
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