Spatial Summation

question 95

Multiple Choice

Spatial summation

• A)occurs when a single neuron releases neurotransmitter rapidly.
• B)occurs because of the convergence of many neurons on a single postsynaptic cell.
• C)only involves excitatory postsynaptic potentials.
• D)only involves inhibitory postsynaptic potentials.

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