The enzyme acetylcholinesterase insures that

A) the neurotransmitter binds to receptors longer.
B) the neurotransmitter at the neuromuscular junction has a short duration of action.
C) excess GABA is destroyed rapidly.
D) the inhibitory effect of glycine is prolonged


Answer: B) the neurotransmitter at the neuromuscular junction has a short duration of action.

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