Which of the Following Is True of the Neural Substrates

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the neural substrates of reinforcement?

• A) Aversive stimuli do not increase dopamine levels within the accumbens.
• B) Release of dopamine within the accumbens is a necessary condition for reinforcement.
• C) Damage to brain dopamine systems enhances the reinforcing properties of addictive drugs.
• D) Release of dopamine within the accumbens is a sufficient condition for reinforcement.
• E) Drugs that increase dopamine by blocking reuptake are not addictive.

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