A synergistic effect is one in which
A) a drug suppresses the action of a neuromodulator.
B) the combined effects of two drugs are more than what would be predicted by the simple addition of the effects in isolation.
C) a person addicted to one drug is more susceptible to be addicted to a similar drug.
D) a drug affects the myelin sheath of a neuron and "short-circuits" its insulation properties.

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A synergistic effect occurs when the combined effects of two drugs are more than what would be predicted by the simple addition of the effects in isolation. This means that the drugs work together in a way that enhances their effects beyond what would be expected if they were used separately.

A Synergistic Effect Is One in Which