The most widely used methods for studying the functions of brain structures are
A)behavioral observation, electrophysiology, and interviewing with subject
B)studying lesions, electrophysiology, and neuroimaging
C)studying tumors, neuroimaging, and behavioral observation
D)studying lesions, pet scans, and behavioral observation

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Studying lesions (damage to a specific brain region and observing the resulting behavioral changes), electrophysiology (recording and analyzing electrical activity of the brain), and neuroimaging (using techniques such as MRI or CT scans to visualize the brain) are currently the most widely used methods for studying the functions of brain structures. While behavioral observation and interviews with subjects can provide valuable information, they are limited by subjective interpretation and are often unable to directly measure brain activity. Studying tumors is not typically used as a way to study brain function, as their presence can disrupt normal brain tissue and function. PET scans (a type of neuroimaging) are a less commonly used technique, with functional MRI being the more widely used neuroimaging method.

The Most Widely Used Methods for Studying the Functions of Brain