Needles inserted into the body during the acupuncture procedure may relieve pain because the pain
a. results in the release of neuropeptides.
b. blocks the functioning of pain-relieving neurons.
c. paralyzes the central nervous system.
d. suppresses the production of all neurotransmitters.
ANSWER: a
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