The analysis of lesions allows researchers to
A)identify stimuli that activate a particular part of the brain.
B) identify the probably function of a specific brain area.
C) observe individual ion channels in the membranes of neurons.
D) observe the activity of a particular part of the brain.

Question

The analysis of lesions allows researchers to 
A)identify stimuli that activate a particular part of the brain. 
B) identify the probably function of a specific brain area.​ 
C) observe individual ion channels in the membranes of neurons.​ 
D) observe the activity of a particular part of the brain.​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Lesions refer to damage or injury to a specific part of the brain. By analyzing the effects of these lesions on behavior or cognitive processes, researchers can infer the probable function of that brain area. Therefore, option B is the most appropriate choice. Option A is incorrect because lesions are not used to identify stimuli that activate a particular part of the brain, but rather to identify the function of a brain area. Option C is incorrect because individual ion channels are not observed through the analysis of lesions. Option D is also incorrect because lesions do not allow us to observe activity, but rather to infer function based on the effects of damage.

The Analysis of Lesions Allows Researchers to