Which of the Following Statements Does the Chapter 1 'Focus

question 231

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements does the Chapter 1 'Focus on Neuroscience' feature NOT mention as a potential limitation of brain imaging studies?

• A) Because the participants in the brain-imaging studies usually have some type of brain damage, it is difficult to draw conclusions about the functioning of the healthy, intact human brain.
• B) Because brain-imaging research tends to involve small groups of participants, researchers must exercise caution in generalizing results to a wider population.
• C) If a psychological process is complex, it is much less likely that brain imaging will identify a specific brain region uniquely associated with that psychological process.
• D) Knowing that a particular psychological process activates a particular brain area does not necessarily further the explanation or understanding of the psychological process.

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