Which of the following is regarded as a critical factor in LTP?
A) the hippocampus
B) co-occurrence of activity in presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons
C) the amygdala
D) reinforcement
E) induction

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The co-occurrence of activity in presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons, also known as Hebbian learning, is a critical factor in long-term potentiation (LTP). This leads to strengthening of the synapse and makes it more likely for the postsynaptic neuron to fire in response to the presynaptic input.

Which of the Following Is Regarded as a Critical Factor