1. The document discusses a study that analyzed the brain activity of participants using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) while they performed different cognitive tasks. 2. The study found increased activity in several brain regions, including the prefrontal cortex and parietal lobe, when participants were performing tasks that required abstract reasoning compared to more concrete tasks. 3. The results suggest that different regions of the brain are activated for abstract vs. concrete thinking.

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