The fact that muscles that are frequently taxed and exercised get stronger is similar to the concept of long-term __________,which shows that pre- and post-synaptic neurons that are activated at the same time will cause that neuronal system to become responsive to weaker stimuli.
A) strengthening
B) assemblage
C) potentiation
D) patrolling

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The concept described in the sentence is long-term potentiation (LTP), which refers to the strengthening of synapses between neurons that have been frequently activated together. This is similar to the way muscles that are frequently exercised become stronger. Therefore, the best choice is C, potentiation.

The Fact That Muscles That Are Frequently Taxed and Exercised