When a neurotransmitter is released,but it does not fit into a suitable receptor channel on the postsynaptic neuron,
A) an inhibitory postsynaptic potential will be generated.
B) an excitatory postsynaptic potential will be generated.
C) the strength of the action potential in the presynaptic neuron will increase.
D) the firing potential of the postsynaptic neuron will not be affected.

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If the neurotransmitter cannot fit into a suitable receptor channel on the postsynaptic neuron, it will not cause any change in the membrane potential of the postsynaptic neuron. Therefore, the firing potential of the postsynaptic neuron will not be affected.

When a Neurotransmitter Is Released,but It Does Not Fit into a Suitable