Describe one study related to localization of function in the brain.

Refer to the paper 1 section A markbands below when awarding marks.

The command term “describe” requires candidates to give a detailed account of one study related to localization of function in the brain.

Candidates should clearly identify the specific part of the brain and its function, and use a relevant study to demonstrate localization of function.

Responses should describe the aim, procedure, findings and/or conclusions of the study.

Examples of localization include, but are not limited to:
• localization of speech production/understanding
• the role of the hippocampus and memory
• the role of the amygdala in aggression
• the role of the prefrontal lobe in decision-making.

If Sperry and Gazzaniga’s study of split-brain patients is described, it is important that the focus of the response is on localization of function.

If a candidate describes more than one study, credit should be given only to the first description.

If a candidate addresses localization of function without making reference to a relevant study, apply the markbands up to a maximum of [3].

If a candidate describes a study that is not relevant to localization of function, [0] should be awarded.