The same neurotransmitter may produce different effects on neurons because of differences in the
A) type of receptors on the postsynaptic membranes of neurons.
B) strength of the action potential.
C) amount of neurotransmitter.
D) size of the neurons.
E) potassium channels.

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The type of receptors on the postsynaptic membranes of neurons can determine which intracellular signaling pathways are activated and therefore determine the functional effect of the neurotransmitter binding. Different types of receptors can lead to different downstream effects, even with the same neurotransmitter.

The Same Neurotransmitter May Produce Different Effects on Neurons Because