Greatly increased activation of postsynaptic receptors with drugs generally results in the receptors
A)becoming more sensitive
B)becoming less sensitive
C)showing little increase or decrease in sensitivity
D)becoming more active

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When postsynaptic receptors are greatly activated by drugs, they often become less sensitive. This phenomenon, known as desensitization or downregulation, occurs as the neuron's adaptive response to maintain homeostasis in the face of excessive stimulation.

Greatly Increased Activation of Postsynaptic Receptors with Drugs Generally Results