In a typical long-term potentiation (LTP) study, a stimulating electrode is inserted into the perforant path, while a recording electrode is inserted into the dentate gyrus. LTP is produced in this preparation by delivering __________ via the stimulating electrode.
A. a long duration but low-intensity pulse
B. a single low-intensity electrical pulse
C. a single high intensity electrical pulse
D. a burst of 100 electrical pulses in a few seconds
Answer: D
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