Despite its dangers, a young man continues to take cocaine because of the feelings of euphoria it produces for him. This powerful arousal of his nervous system is probably due to cocaine's ability to ________.
A) inhibit enzymes that break down neurotransmitters
B) block the receptor sites for neurotransmitters
C) increase the release of neurotransmitters
D) prevent neurotransmitters from being reabsorbed into the synaptic vesicles

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Cocaine prevents the reuptake of neurotransmitters like dopamine, leading to an accumulation in the synaptic cleft, which enhances stimulation and produces feelings of euphoria.

Despite Its Dangers, a Young Man Continues to Take Cocaine