Which of the following is an example of an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the nervous system?
A)Glutamate
B)Acetylcholine (ACh)
C)Gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA)
D)Endorphin

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Gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the nervous system, meaning it decreases the likelihood of a neuron firing. Glutamate, acetylcholine (ACh), and endorphins are all excitatory neurotransmitters, meaning they increase the likelihood of neuron firing.

Which of the Following Is an Example of an Inhibitory