Opioids produce _____________ effects by activating mu receptors in the nucleus accumbens.
A) pain-relieving
B) reinforcing
C) aversive
D) extinguishing

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Opioids activate mu receptors in the nucleus accumbens, which produces reinforcing effects. This is because the nucleus accumbens is involved in the brain's reward circuitry, and opioids can activate this circuit, producing feelings of pleasure and reinforcing drug-taking behavior.

Opioids Produce _____________ Effects by Activating Mu Receptors in the Nucleus