A Hebbian synapse is a theoretical relationship between two neurons in which the strength of the connection between neurons is a function of
A) when the presynaptic neuron receives information.
B) when the stimulation of both neurons can be extinguished.
C) how often the presynaptic neuron causes the post synaptic neuron to fire.
D) whether the postsynaptic neuron causes the presynaptic neuron to inhibit firing.

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A Hebbian synapse is based on the idea that the connection between neurons is strengthened when the presynaptic neuron consistently causes the postsynaptic neuron to fire. This principle is often summarized by the phrase "cells that fire together, wire together." Therefore, choice C is the best answer. The other choices do not accurately describe the relationship between neurons in a Hebbian synapse.

A Hebbian Synapse Is a Theoretical Relationship Between Two Neurons