________ synapses make it more likely that a neuron will send its message to other neurons, whereas ________ synapses make it less likely that a neuron will send its message.
A) Excitatory; inhibitory
B) Inhibitory; excitatory
C) Augmentation; depletion
D) Depletion; augmentation

Question

________ synapses make it more likely that a neuron will send its message to other neurons, whereas ________ synapses make it less likely that a neuron will send its message.
A) Excitatory; inhibitory 
B) Inhibitory; excitatory 
C) Augmentation; depletion
D) Depletion; augmentation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Excitatory synapses increase the likelihood of a neuron firing an action potential, while inhibitory synapses decrease the likelihood of a neuron firing an action potential.

________ Synapses Make It More Likely That a Neuron Will