The neuron that secretes neurotransmitters into the synapse is called the _________, and the neuron that receives the signal is called the ________.

A. presynaptic neuron; postsynaptic neuron
B. preneurotransmitter; postneurotransmitter
C. postneurotransmitter; preneurotransmitter
D. postsynaptic neuron; presynaptic neuron


Answer: A. presynaptic neuron; postsynaptic neuron

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