The same neurotransmitter binds to a postsynaptic cell but produces a variety of different effects. What does this mean?
A. The strength of the neurotransmitter varies.
B. The amount of neurotransmitter released produces varying effects.
C. The postsynaptic cell is expressing different types of receptors for the same neurotransmitter.
D. The neuron must be dying.
E. The size of the postsynaptic cell makes a difference in neurotransmitter effects.
Answer: C
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