The Metacognitive Sensitivity of Verbal and Numerical Confidence Reports
Facundo Álvarez Heduan, Ariel D Zylberberg
This study compares verbal and numerical confidence reports in perceptual decisions, finding verbal reports more reliable in distinguishing correct from incorrect choices, but equally effective in supporting revisions when combined with partner feedback.
bioRxiv · May 18, 2026 · PreprintAnimal Behavior & Cognition