Which method of measuring brain activity involves inserting a microelectrode into the brain of a living organism?
A) single cell recording
B) electroencephalography (EEG)
C) positron emission tomography (PET)
D) functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)

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Single cell recording involves inserting a microelectrode into the brain of a living organism to measure the electrical activity of individual neurons. EEG, PET, and fMRI all measure brain activity without invasive methods such as inserting electrodes into the brain.

Which Method of Measuring Brain Activity Involves Inserting a Microelectrode