Which of the Following Procedures Can Be Used to Activate

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following procedures can be used to activate neurons?

• A) transcranial magnetic stimulation
• B) radio frequency stimulation
• C) fMRI scans
• D) chemical stimulation using glutamate
• E) detection of glycine using a cannula..

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Definitions:

Masking Stimulus

A noise or signal used in sensory experiments to interfere with or "mask" the perception of another stimulus, to study sensory thresholds and attention.

Weber's Law

A principle in psychology that states the smallest change in a stimulus that can be detected is a constant proportion of the original stimulus.

Constant Minimum

The smallest or least value that remains unchanged in a given situation or mathematical function.

Intensity

The degree of strength, force, or energy in a given phenomenon or activity, often used to describe sensations, emotions, or physical exertions.