Question

Ainsley is participating in a study that aims to determine whether the occipital cortex becomes more active in response to moving versus stationary stimuli. When she arrives at the lab, she ingests a "tracer" and then enters the scanning machine. What type of brain imaging is most likely being conducted in this study?

A. Computerized tomography (CT) scanB. Electroencephalograph (EEG)C. Magnet resonance imaging (MRI)D. Positron emission tomography (PET)

Answer 1

Positron emission tomography (PET).

Step-by-step explanation:

Positron emission tomography (PET) is an important test that determines the functioning of the tissues and organs of the body. The radioactive drug is used in this technique.

Ainsley ingests a tracer (radioactive drugs) to determine occipital cortex more active in response to moving versus stationary stimuli. She enters in the scanning machine, the PET imaging is helpful in this case a tracer has been used to diagnose the condition.

Thus, the correct answer is option (D).