The primary advantage of G protein-coupled receptors over ionotropic receptors is that they:

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G protein-coupled receptors activate many second messenger molecules, leading to amplification of the cellular signal, while ionotropic receptors directly open ion channels for a rapid response. Therefore, A is the correct answer. B, C, and D are incorrect since they are not true advantages of G protein-coupled receptors compared to ionotropic receptors.

The Primary Advantage of G Protein-Coupled Receptors Over Ionotropic Receptors