How are positron emission tomography (PET) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) studies similar?

A. Both can be used to study the precise timing of mental events.
B. Both can be used to study the activity of individual neurons.
C. Both are used to study animal, but hot human, behavior.
D. Both can be used to study what parts of the brain are used to perform certain tasks.


Answer: D

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