The analysis of lesions allows researchers to
A. identify stimuli that activate a particular part of the brain.
B. identify the probable function of a specific brain area.
C. observe individual ion channels in the membranes of neurons.
D. observe the activity of a particular part of the brain.
Answer: B
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a. limited-resource c. multistore b. mental route d. cognitive limits
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a. continuous reinforcement b. fixed-interval reinforcement c. partial punishment d. accidental reinforcement
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