Synaptic integration means that ____.
A) positive or excitatory stimuli produce an excitatory postsynaptic potential
B) the positive and negative ions neutralize each other
C) excitatory and inhibitory signals are summed in a receiving neuron
D) the adjacent neurons interact so that excitatory and inhibitory stimuli cancel each other out
E) excitatory signals take precedence over inhibitory signals

Question

Synaptic integration means that ____.  
A) positive or excitatory stimuli produce an excitatory postsynaptic potential
B) the positive and negative ions neutralize each other
C) excitatory and inhibitory signals are summed in a receiving neuron
D) the adjacent neurons interact so that excitatory and inhibitory stimuli cancel each other out
E) excitatory signals take precedence over inhibitory signals

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Synaptic integration refers to the process by which signals from multiple neurons are combined (integrated) in the receiving neuron. This can involve both excitatory (positive) and inhibitory (negative) signals, which are summed together to determine whether the receiving neuron will fire an action potential. Choice C accurately describes this process.

Synaptic Integration Means That ____