Which statement(s) is/are benefits of strengthening synapses in clusters? (Select all that apply.)

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A) Clustered spines can share in locally synthesized protein making them more efficient in strengthening synapses.
B) Stimulating clustered spines is more likely to depolarize the dendritic spine region than stimulating the same number of distributed spines because it's easier to activate a cluster of spines together than to activate individual spines. 
C) This statement is false. Clustered spines still compete for synaptic proteins and resources like distributed spines. 
D) This statement is also false. Glutamate is required to activate spine clusters just like individual spines. 
E) This statement is not applicable as A and B are correct choices.

Which Statement(s) Is/are Benefits of Strengthening Synapses in Clusters? (Select