The AMPA receptor
a. is metabotropic.
b. handles most fast excitatory responses to glutamate.
c. opens calcium channels when activated.
d. is stimulated by the drug NBQX.
e. can be activated by glycine.
Answer: b. handles most fast excitatory responses to glutamate.
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