A certain neurotransmitter receptor receives an excitatory neurotransmitter called dopamine.Based on your text's discussion,which of the following statements is most likely true concerning this receptor's action?
A) This receptor can probably receive only dopamine.
B) This receptor can probably receive any neurotransmitter.
C) This receptor can probably receive not only dopamine, but a few other excitatory neurotransmitters as well.
D) This receptor can probably receive any excitatory neurotransmitter.

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Neurotransmitter receptors are typically specific to certain neurotransmitters, meaning a receptor that receives dopamine is most likely specialized for dopamine and not for other neurotransmitters.

A Certain Neurotransmitter Receptor Receives an Excitatory Neurotransmitter Called Dopamine