What Is an Advantage of Using FMRI Over PET Scans

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Multiple Choice

What is an advantage of using fMRI over PET scans to study brain function?

• A) fMRI detects changes in brain function much faster than PET.
• B) fMRI identifies which areas of the brain are active, PET only identifies when these areas are active.
• C) fMRI can be used with people who have pacemakers or other metal in their bodies, while PET can't.
• D) the results are available much faster with fMRI compared to PET.

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