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The present study investigated the relationship between a temporal interval’s perceived length and the amount of stimulus and stimulus change within that interval. In three separate tests, completely filled intervals were found to be significantly overestimated by the Ss in comparison with empty intervals. In contrast to this, interrupted or divided intervals were underestimated.
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The authors wish to thank Mr. Jerome Heckenmueller and Mr. Robert Novelly for their aid in analyzing the data and Miss Cathy McIvor for her help in its collection.
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Long, G., Mo, S. Interval estimation as a function of constant and interrupted stimulation. Psychon Sci 21, 87–88 (1970). https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03335779
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