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(1) Is the mean response of the task. In theory, since the PM is orthogonal
to the task regressor, it should have no effect; however, you will likely
see some changes with more complex designs or designs with overlapping
trials.
(2) Is the change in response of the task per unit of the covariate.

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On Fri, Apr 24, 2015 at 11:40 AM, Claire Han <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Dear experts,
>
> I have a question about parametric analysis.
>
> Let's say I create a GLM with condition A parametrically modulated by some
> values.
> In my model, I will see (1) A*bf(1) and (2) Axvalues^1*bf(1)
>
> My question is "is (1) the effect of condition A on the brain after
> removing the effect of the modulator? or is (1) the effect of condition A
> on the brain regardless of the modulator's effect?"
>
> Hope this is clear.
>
> Thanks!
> Claire
>