Elements of Psychophysical Theory

by Jean-Claude Falmagne

Overview

This book presents the basic concepts of classical psychophysics, derived from Gustav Fechner, as seen from the perspective of modern measurement theory. The theoretical discussion is elucidated with examples and numerous problems, and solutions to one-quarter of the problems are provided in the text.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780195148329
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	07/18/2002
Series:	Oxford Psychology Series , #6
Edition description:	Revised ed.
Pages:	400
Product dimensions:	9.26(w) x 6.30(h) x 0.73(d)

About the Author

University of California, Irvine

Table of Contents

Part I: Background1. Ordinal Measurement2. Extensive Measurement3. Functional EquationsPart II: Theory4. Fechner's Psychophysics5. Models of Discrimination6. Psychometric Functions7. Further Topics on Psychometric Functions8. Sensitivity Functions - Weber's Law9. Psychophysical Methods10. Signal Detection Theory11. Psychophysics with Several Variables or Channels12. Homogenity Laws13. Scaling and the Measurement of Sensation14. Meaningful Psychophysical LawsReferencesAnswers or Hints to Selected ExercisesAuthor IndexSubject Index

Editorial Reviews

"Falmagne says much that is useful and important. Not only does this book provide a solid grounding in the formalization of psychophysical theory, but its author also gives thoughtful commentary about many issues, from the implicit principles governing measurement in physical science to the various criticisms about the meaning of sensory scales....For novice and seasoned students of psychophysics alike, this book is well worth the effort."—Contemporary Psychology

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