A Drug That Binds with a Postsynaptic Receptor, but Does

question 46

Multiple Choice

A drug that binds with a postsynaptic receptor, but does not open ion channels, would be termed a(n)

• A) direct agonist.
• B) ligand.
• C) direct synergist.
• D) direct antagonist.
• E) indirect antagonist

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The distinction between what consumers are willing and financially able to pay for a good or service versus the actual payment they make.

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An automated machine that provides items such as snacks, beverages, cigarettes, or lottery tickets to consumers after money, a credit card, or a specially designed card is inserted into the machine.

Consumer Surplus

The difference in the collective amount that consumers are poised and able to expend on a product or service and the amount they actually expend.

Consumer Surplus

The gap between the price consumers are prepared to pay for a product or service and the amount they end up spending.