The type of postsynaptic potential produced by a neurotransmitter depends on which neurotransmitter is released and ______.

A. whether the receptor is chemical or electrical
B. the number of receptors that are activated
C. the type of receptor that it binds to
D. the amount of neurotransmitter present in the synapse


Answer: C

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