Which of the following best defines the difference threshold (jnd)
A)the minimum absolute threshold
B)the maximum absolute threshold
C)the change in a stimulus that can just barely be detected
D)the minimum likelihood of a false alarm

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The difference threshold, also known as the just noticeable difference (jnd), refers to the smallest change in a stimulus that can be detected. It is the minimum amount by which stimulus intensity must be changed in order to produce a noticeable variation in sensory experience.

Which of the Following Best Defines the Difference Threshold (Jnd)