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A paired-associate learning task was modified to produce a yes-no signal detection task. The correct response syllable was presented with the stimulus syllable for 10, 25, 50, or 75% of trials with an incorrect, or “noise,” member on remaining trials. This produced differences in rate of identification of correct signals as well as differences in signal sensitivity, d’, and decision criteria.
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1. The author would like to thank Nancy Greenlee and Donna Hairston who assisted in collecting and tabulating the data.
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Hickson, R.H. Signal detection in a paired-associate learning task. Psychon Sci 12, 253–254 (1968). https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03331296
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