ideal observer

a hypothetical person whose sensory and perceptual systems operate without error or bias. The concept of the ideal observer is used most commonly in the context of psychophysical testing, particularly signal detection theory. Performance of the ideal observer can be simulated and compared with actual human performance.

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September 14th 2024

optimal arousal theory

see principle of optimal stimulation.