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AP Psychology

Definition

An fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging) is a non-invasive neuroimaging technique that measures changes in blood flow to infer neural activity. It provides detailed images of brain structures and helps researchers understand which areas are active during specific tasks or states.

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