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quotient hypothesis

an adaptation of Weber’s law suggesting that the quotients or ratios of two successive difference thresholds in a given sensory series are equal.

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risk–rescue rating

risk–rescue rating

a formula comparing the inherent risk of a method of attempted suicide with the likelihood of discovery and rescue.