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I was wondering if anyone knows of a site that gives the average reaction time for a human. I'm looking for something which relates to someone stopping a stopwatch when a visual stimulus is seen? Any help would be appreciated.
Average Human Reaction Time to Visual Stimulus
In summary, the average reaction time for a human varies depending on factors such as athleticism, preparation, and concentration, with the minimum physiological reaction time set by the IAAF at 100 milliseconds. Sources suggest that visual stimuli have a reaction time of 200 milliseconds, while auditory stimuli have a reaction time of 150 milliseconds and pain stimuli have a reaction time of 700 milliseconds.
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Here is something that might help:
These times vary according to the character of the athlete, his degree of preparation and his concentration when the pistol goes off. The rules of the IAAF (International Amateur Athletic Federation) fix the minimum time of physiological reaction at 100 milliseconds.
Source:http://www.omegawatches.com/index.php?id=322
Or this,
auditory stimulus 150 ms
visual stimulus 200 ms
pain stimulus 700 ms
Source:http://www.cs.stir.ac.uk/courses/31N5/handouts/lectures/6upbw/09-human.pdf
These times vary according to the character of the athlete, his degree of preparation and his concentration when the pistol goes off. The rules of the IAAF (International Amateur Athletic Federation) fix the minimum time of physiological reaction at 100 milliseconds.
Source:http://www.omegawatches.com/index.php?id=322
Or this,
auditory stimulus 150 ms
visual stimulus 200 ms
pain stimulus 700 ms
Source:http://www.cs.stir.ac.uk/courses/31N5/handouts/lectures/6upbw/09-human.pdf
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Ophiolite said:
Thank-you, me and my physics tutor were having a little debate... I win
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I hope my revised figures I've just edited in don't loose you the bet.
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Nope I still win! Thanks very much.
I still win! Thanks very much.FAQ: Average Human Reaction Time to Visual Stimulus
1. What is the average human reaction time to visual stimulus?
The average human reaction time to visual stimulus is approximately 250 milliseconds, or one quarter of a second.
2. Does reaction time vary among individuals?
Yes, reaction time can vary among individuals depending on factors such as age, gender, and physical and mental health.
3. How is reaction time measured in scientific studies?
Reaction time is typically measured by having participants respond to a visual stimulus, such as a flashing light or moving object, as quickly as possible.
4. Can reaction time be improved?
Yes, reaction time can be improved through practice and training. Activities such as playing video games or participating in sports that require quick reactions can help improve reaction time.
5. Is there a difference in reaction time between simple and complex visual stimuli?
Yes, studies have shown that reaction time is typically faster for simple visual stimuli, such as a single flashing light, compared to more complex stimuli, such as a series of flashing lights in different patterns.