Administering a molecule that is a precursor for the synthesis of a synaptic neurotransmitter would be expected to
a. reduce the availability of that neurotransmitter.
b. increase the rate of synthesis and release of that neurotransmitter.
c. alter the number of postsynaptic receptors.
d. act as an antagonist at autoreceptors.
e. dampen the activity of the synapse.
Answer: b. increase the rate of synthesis and release of that neurotransmitter.
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