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Themember4

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Some cognitive neuroscientists study brain lesions to learn more about brain functions. However, a major problem with this technique is that
 
  a. the brain damage may extend into several areas of the brain.
  b. this technique is low in ecological validity.
  c. it requires using a radioactive chemical, which may be dangerous.
  d. it cannot be used in studying humans or other primates.

Question 2

According to the first chapter in your textbook, research in cognitive neuroscience
 
  a. shows that most cognitive processes can be traced to a specific location in the brain.
  b. often obtains brain images while people are working on a cognitive task.
  c. is currently most likely to explore cognitive processes by using the brain-lesion method.
  d. has declined in its popularity during the past 10 to 15 years.


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pami445

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Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: a

Answer to Question 2

Ans: b


Themember4

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Reply 2 on: Jun 20, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Wow, this really help

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