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In contrast to a PET scan, the fMRI technique
 
  a. requires an injection of a radioactive chemical.
  b. provides more precise information when measuring a series of events in the brain.
  c. is more accurate in determining what a person is thinking, for instance, whether the thoughts are pleasant or unpleasant.
  d. involves placing electrodes on a person's scalp.

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Which of the following students provides the best understanding of the PET scan technique?
 
  a. Prinsetta: PET scans record fluctuations in the brain activity that are completed within a fraction of a second.
  b. Lisa: Unfortunately, the PET scan can only be used for someone who has a brain lesion.
  c. Jeff: A PET scan is basically a very fast version of the event-related potential.
  d. Jamie: The PET scan creates an image based on a chemical that travels through the bloodstream.


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

Ans: b

Answer to Question 2

Ans: d


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Reply #2 on: Jun 20, 2018
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