During a hearing test, many sounds were presented at such a low level of intensity that Mr. Antall could hardly detect them. These sounds were below Mr. Antall's _____ threshold.

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The question is referring to the minimum amount of sound intensity needed for Mr. Antall to detect the sound, which is known as the absolute threshold. Subliminal refers to stimuli that are below the level of conscious awareness, adaptation refers to a decrease in sensitivity to a constant stimulus, and difference threshold refers to the minimum difference in intensity needed between two stimuli in order for them to be perceived as different.

During a Hearing Test, Many Sounds Were Presented at Such