The presynaptic neuron may decrease the output of a neurotransmitter after being told to do so by ionotropic receptors.

a. True
b. False


a. True (Most neurotransmitters act on one of two receptors: ionotropic or metabotropic. An ionotropic receptor contains a pore that can be opened or closed to regulate the flow of ions through it, thereby producing voltage changes on the cell membrane.)

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