The lowest level of stimulation that a person can consciously detect 50 percent of the time the stimulation is present is called __________.
A) absolute threshold
B) just noticeable difference
C) sensation
D) sensory adaptation

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The definition provided in the question matches the concept of absolute threshold, which is the minimum amount of stimulation required for a person to detect a sensory input at least 50% of the time. Choice B (just noticeable difference) refers to the smallest amount by which a stimulus can be changed and still be noticeable, and Choices C and D (sensation and sensory adaptation) are broader concepts that do not specifically address the minimum level of stimulation necessary for conscious detection.

The Lowest Level of Stimulation That a Person Can Consciously