At low levels, alcohol's effect on the brain is ________; at higher levels, alcohol's effect is _.
A) to activate the brain's "pleasure centers;" depress brain functioning
B) to inhibit glutamate an excitatory neurotransmitter); release opium-like endorphins
C) too minimal to have an impact; massive and excitatory
D) depressive; excitatory

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At low levels, alcohol activates the brain's "pleasure centers," leading to feelings of euphoria and relaxation. At higher levels, it depresses brain functioning, impairing cognitive and motor functions.

At Low Levels, Alcohol's Effect on the Brain Is ________;