Date | May 2017 | Marks available | 6 | Reference code | 17M.3.HL.TZ2.8 |
Level | Higher level | Paper | Paper 3 | Time zone | Time zone 2 |
Command term | Explain | Question number | 8 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Explain two methods that scientists have used to determine the different functions of the brain.
Markscheme
first method: [3]
a. name of first method eg: lesion studies
b. how the first method works eg: carry out an autopsy
c. what can be learned from the first method eg: relate the position of the lesion to observed changes in behaviour
second method: [3]
d. name of second method eg: fMRI
e. how the second method works eg: inject dye into blood OR active parts of the brain have dyed blood flowing to them
f. what can be learned from the second method eg: known stimulus activates specific region of the brain that is detected
Allow other verifiable methods.