In functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) studies, when a stimulus is repeated, the BOLD response can be ________ for the second presentation compared to the first. This is known as the ________________.
A)lower; repetition enhancement effect
B)lower; repetition suppression effect
C)higher; repetition enhancement effect
D)higher; repetition suppression effect

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In fMRI studies, when a stimulus is repeated, the BOLD response can be lower for the second presentation compared to the first. This is known as the repetition suppression effect, which reflects a reduction in neural activity due to the repeated presentation of the same stimulus.

In Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (FMRI) Studies, When a Stimulus