Neurotransmitters That Increase the Likelihood That the Connecting Neuron Will

question 68

Multiple Choice

Neurotransmitters that increase the likelihood that the connecting neuron will fire are known as ______.

• A)action potentials
• B)terminal button
• C)inhibitory
• D)excitatory

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