In signal detection theory, the correct detection of a stimulus is called a:

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A hit refers to correctly detecting the presence of a stimulus and responding accordingly. This is the correct detection of a signal or stimulus.

Answer: B) False alarm
 A false alarm refers to the incorrect detection of a stimulus where no stimulus is present. This can occur when someone responds to a stimulus that is not actually present or when a person responds to a stimulus that is there but not relevant to the task.

Answer: C) Miss
 A miss refers to the failure to detect a stimulus that is actually present. This occurs when a person fails to detect a stimulus that is present, resulting in a lack of response.

Answer: D)Correct rejection
 Correct rejection occurs when a person correctly identifies the absence of a stimulus and does not respond. This is the correct response when no stimulus is present.

In Signal Detection Theory, the Correct Detection of a Stimulus