Asked by Lovish Kumar on Jun 07, 2024

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While Leo is performing a cognitive task, a researcher uses a physiological measure that scans various areas of his brain. In this case, the researcher is most likely using a(n) :

A) electrocardiogram.
B) galvanic skin response.
C) functional MRI.
D) electromyogram.

Electrocardiogram

A medical test that records the electrical activity of the heart to detect heart problems.

Functional MRI

Magnetic resonance imaging uses a magnet to obtain scans of structures of the brain. Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) provides information on the amount of activity in different brain structures.

Cognitive Task

A task designed to assess or engage cognitive functions such as memory, attention, or problem-solving.

  • Develop an understanding of how physiological measures are applied in research contexts and categorize the unique types of these measures.
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Larry KellyJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The physiological measure that scans various areas of Leo's brain is most likely a functional MRI (fMRI). An fMRI measures brain activity by detecting changes in blood flow and oxygenation in specific areas of the brain, providing a non-invasive way to visualize brain function. The other options listed (electrocardiogram, galvanic skin response, electromyogram) do not directly measure brain activity and are typically used to measure other physiological processes.