Most of the ion channels found at inhibitory synapses allow
A) sodium to enter the neuron.
B) neurotransmitters to enter the neuron.
C) sodium to leave the neuron.
D) potassium to leave the neuron.
E) neurotransmitters to leave the neuron.

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Inhibitory synapses typically involve ion channels that allow potassium ions to leave the neuron, which hyperpolarizes the cell and makes it less likely to fire an action potential.

Most of the Ion Channels Found at Inhibitory Synapses Allow