method of single stimuli

any psychophysical procedure in which items in a series are presented one at a time, and the participant is required to respond to each in the absence of any comparison point or standard.

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Psychology term of the day

May 9th 2024

coerced confession

an accused person’s admission of guilt elicited by the use of threats, torture, or promises. Also called involuntary confession.