Explain the key difference between barbiturates and nonbarbiturates.
A. Unlike barbiturates, nonbarbiturates are CNS depressants that contain the barbituric acid ring structure in their chemical makeup.
B. Unlike nonbarbiturates, barbiturates are CNS depressants that contain the barbituric acid ring structure in their chemical makeup.
C. Barbiturates decrease the activity of GABA, and nonbarbiturates increase the activity of GABA.
D. None of the above are correct.
Answer: B
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What will be an ideal response?