The difference between the method of limits and the method of adjustment is that, in the method of adjustment, stimulus intensity is changed in a _______ manner.
A) stepwise
B) bivariate
C) continuous
D) discrete

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In the method of adjustment, the stimulus intensity is changed in a continuous manner until the participant detects it or until the maximum level is reached. Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Option A (stepwise) is an accurate description of the method of limits, where the stimulus is presented in a series of steps. Option B (bivariate) and option D (discrete) do not accurately describe either method.

The Difference Between the Method of Limits and the Method