Which of the Following Statements About Inhibitory Synapses Is FALSE

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about inhibitory synapses is FALSE?

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

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