To Process Information,postsynaptic Neurons Often Add Up Simultaneous Signals from Several

question 71

Multiple Choice

To process information,postsynaptic neurons often add up simultaneous signals from several presynaptic neurons.Which structure and process allow them to do so?

• A)axons; temporal summation
• B)axons; spatial summation
• C)dendrites; temporal summation
• D)dendrites; spatial summation

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Definitions:

Utility Function

A mathematical representation that shows the relationship between an individual's consumption bundle and the level of satisfaction or utility derived from it.

Indifference Curves

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Horizontal Axis

A reference line on a graph or chart running left to right, typically used to represent the independent variable or basis of comparison.

Vertical Axis

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