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3.2.5 - Brain-scanning techniques

Syllabus
2026
Objective
3.2.5
Level
AS

- Brain-scanning techniques

3.2.5 Brain-scanning techniques (CAT, PET, and fMRI).; The use of brain-scanning techniques to investigate human behaviour, including aggression.; Twin studies.

Use - brain-scanning techniques to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because - brain-scanning techniques determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply - brain-scanning techniques to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: - Brain-scanning techniques is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.

ConceptA-Level Edexcel Psychology AS