The ________ theory of perception proposes that detection of stimuli depends on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, physical intensity of the stimulus, fatigue of the observer, and expectancy.
A) opponent process
B) multiple perceptual context
C) signal detection
D) Weber's

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The description provided identifies the signal detection theory, which proposes that detection of stimuli depends on multiple factors beyond physical intensity, such as individual differences in sensitivity, criteria for decision-making, and the context in which the stimulus is presented. The opponent process theory focuses on color vision, Weber's law describes the relationship between physical intensity and detection threshold, and the multiple perceptual context theory is not a recognized framework in perception research.

The ________ Theory of Perception Proposes That Detection of Stimuli