The Rate of Firing of the Postsynaptic Neuron Depends on the Amount

question 11

Multiple Choice

 The rate of firing of the postsynaptic neuron depends on the amount of _____ input it receives from the presynaptic neuron.

• A) excitation
• B) inhibition
• C) equalization
• D) both excitation and inhibition

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