Application of a 4IFC Adaptive Threshold Technique for Studies of TTS in Humans. I. Data from Minimally Trained Subjects.
Abstract
A four interval, forced-choice (4IFC) adaptive threshold technique was used with ten untrained subjects in an auditory masking study. Each subject supplied threshold data for two masking conditions and two in-the-quiet threshold conditions. The data obtained from each individual were analyzed rather than the group data, since the primary thrust of the investigation was individual threshold reliability. Except for three subjects, the data indicate highly consistent thresholds were obtainable with the 4IFC procedure. Some difficulty was encountered with respect to the required time to establish threshold. However, if this difficulty can be surmounted, it appears as though the 4IFC, adaptive procedure could be directly applicable to temporary threshold shifts studies. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 05, 1973
- Accession Number
- AD0766437
Entities
People
- James D. Mosko
- James H. Patterson Jr.
Organizations
- United States Army Medical Research Laboratory