At an Inhibitory Synapse, the Postsynaptic Membrane Experiences

question 20

Multiple Choice

At an inhibitory synapse, the postsynaptic membrane experiences

• A) an increase in permeability to both Na⁺ and K⁺
• B) an increase in membrane potential
• C) hyperpolarization
• D) an increase in membrane potential and hyperpolarization
• E) all of these

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