Dr. Smith believes that a decrease in frontal lobe function underlies the cognitive deficits seen in schizophrenia. He has hypothesized that effective drug therapy serves to selectively increase metabolic activity in this part of the brain. Which of the following is Dr. Smith most likely to use to test his hypothesis?
A. Computed tomography (CT) scans
B. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
C. Positron emission tomography (PET) scans
D. An electroencephalogram (EEG)
Answer: C
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