How Do Cholinesterase Inhibitors Improve the Learning and Memory of People

question 18

Multiple Choice

How do cholinesterase inhibitors improve the learning and memory of people who are suffering from Alzheimer's Disease?

• A)Cholinesterase inhibitors will increase the levels of acetylcholine in the brain.This will increase the neural functioning in brain regions associated with learning and memory.
• B)Cholinesterase inhibitors will decrease the levels of acetylcholine in the brain.This will increase the neural functioning in brain regions associated with learning and memory.
• C)Cholinesterase inhibitors will increase the levels of testosterone in the brain.This will increase the neural functioning in brain regions associated with learning and memory.
• D)Cholinesterase inhibitors will decrease the levels of cerebral spinal fluid in the brain.This will decrease neural pressure associated with the brain regions associated with learning and memory.

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