Which of the following results from the release of the neurotransmitter dopamine into the nerve synapse?

a) the presynaptic neuron fires an action potential
b) Dopamine binds to receptor proteins on the membrane of the postsynaptic cell
c)Dopamine enters the cytoplasm of the postsynaptic cell
d) dopamine cause the postsynaptic nerve cell to contract


Answer; b) Dopamine binds to receptor proteins on the membrane of the postsynaptic cell

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