When a neurotransmitter is released, but it does not fit into a suitable receptor on the postsynaptic neuron _______
a. an inhibitory postsynaptic potential will be generated
b. the strength of the action potential in the presynaptic neuron will increase
c. the firing potential of the postsynaptic neuron will not be affected
d. an excitatory postsynaptic potential will be generated
Answer: c. the firing potential of the postsynaptic neuron will not be affected
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