Which of the following would result from the inhibition of acetylcholinesterase?
A) Release of neurotransmitter from the presynaptic membrane would be inhibited.
B) Synthesis of neurotransmitter in cells would be inhibited.
C) Breakdown of neurotransmitter in the synapse would be inhibited.
D) Stimulation of the postsynaptic membrane would be inhibited.
E) Cholinergic receptors would be inhibited.

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Inhibition of acetylcholinesterase would result in the breakdown of neurotransmitter in the synapse being inhibited. Acetylcholinesterase is responsible for breaking down acetylcholine, the neurotransmitter associated with cholinergic neurons. When acetylcholinesterase is inhibited, acetylcholine will accumulate in the synapse, leading to prolonged stimulation of cholinergic receptors.

Which of the Following Would Result from the Inhibition of Acetylcholinesterase