Mental chronometry is the scientific study of processing speed or reaction time on cognitive tasks to infer the content, duration, and temporal sequencing of mental operations.

What do we mean by reaction time?

Reaction time may be defined simply as the time between a stimulus and a response. ... In general, simple reaction times are faster than recognition reaction times and recognition reaction times are faster than choice reaction times.

What does reaction time mean example?

Reaction time is the amount of time it takes to respond to a stimulus. An example of reaction time is when a bug stings within 1 second of being approached.