Inhibitory synapses __________ the firing of a postsynaptic neuron, whereas excitatory synapses __________ the firing of a postsynaptic neuron.
A) ensure; prevent
B) prevent; ensure
C) raise the probability of; lower the probability of
D) lower the probability of; raise the probability of
E) raise the rate of; lower the rate of

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Inhibitory synapses prevent the firing of a postsynaptic neuron, whereas excitatory synapses ensure the firing of a postsynaptic neuron.

Inhibitory Synapses __________ the Firing of a Postsynaptic Neuron, Whereas