The Technique of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Employs Strong Magnetic Pulses

question 19

Multiple Choice

The technique of transcranial magnetic stimulation employs strong magnetic pulses at a particular site on the scalp. When it is used on the scalp near Area V1, the effect is

• A) to give the participant rich and detailed hallucinations.
• B) a temporary disruption of vision but not visual imagery.
• C) a permanent disruption of visual imagery, and therefore use of the technique is unethical.
• D) a temporary disruption of vision and visual imagery.

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