According to signal detection theory, a person's perception is:
A) an accurate reflection of the presence of a stimulus
B) influenced by both the presence of a stimulus and judgment
C) not an accurate reflection of the presence of a stimulus
D) dependent on their sensory threshold

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Signal detection theory holds that perception is influenced by both the presence of a stimulus and judgment. In other words, perception is not solely determined by the stimulus itself, but also by the individual's interpretation and decision-making processes. Therefore, answer B is the best choice.

According to Signal Detection Theory, a Person's Perception Is