Probabilistic advance information and the psychological refractory period.

Author(s)
Sanders, A.F.
Year
Abstract

A test was done by which the subjects task was to respond to the second of two signals which were presented in rapid succession. Data show that a minimal interval of 200 sec. Is needed between the signals in order to find a beneficial effect of advance information. Results from this test and following ones are discussed in terms of capacity sharing and single channel interpretation of the psychological refractory period.

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Acta Psychologica, Vol. 35 (1971), p. 128-137

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