Which of the Following Is True About Neurofibrillary Tangles

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about neurofibrillary tangles?

• A)The tangles are common in the brains of Alzheimer's patients but rare in people without neurocognitive disorders.
• B)The tangles block acetylcholine receptors and prevent the attachment of neurotransmitters.
• C)The tangles have been linked to the emotional and behavioral disturbances seen in Alzheimer's patients.
• D)The tangles do not appear to affect the flow of nutrients and essential supplies through cells.

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