Alfred the brain was in a car accident, and the doctor suspects that Alfred may have suffered structural damage. Which of the following tests would be the most appropriate to find out whether there is structural damage?
A. Electrical stimulation
B. Electroencephalogram (EEG)
C. Positron emission tomography (PET)
D. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Answer: D
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