Which of the Following Statements About Inhibitory Synapses Is FALSE

question 136

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about inhibitory synapses is FALSE?

• A) The membrane potential of the postsynaptic cell can be hyperpolarized.
• B) In presynaptic inhibition, the lower level potential generated interferes with the oncoming action potential.
• C) Opening of potassium channels can generate an IPSP.
• D) The postsynaptic cell is less likely to generate an action potential.
• E) Opening of chloride channels can generate an IPSP.

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