The Likely Effect on a Neuron of 2 Excitatory Signals

question 16

Multiple Choice

The likely effect on a neuron of 2 excitatory signals and 20 inhibitory signals is

• A) transmission of a nerve impulse.
• B) transmission of a nerve impulse, releasing excitatory neurotransmitters at the next synapse.
• C) transmission of a nerve impulse, releasing inhibitory neurotransmitters at the next synapse.
• D) prohibiting the axon from firing at all.
• E) confused integration.

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