When neurotransmitters communicate an inhibitory message to the postsynaptic neuron:
A)reuptake is inhibited.
B)the presynaptic neuron is less likely to activate.
C)the action potential is canceled out.
D)the postsynaptic neuron is less likely to activate.

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When neurotransmitters communicate an inhibitory message to the postsynaptic neuron, it becomes less likely to activate or fire an action potential. This is due to the inhibitory effect of the neurotransmitter on the postsynaptic neuron's ability to depolarize and generate an action potential, which reduces the likelihood of neural activity. In contrast, if the message was excitatory, it would increase the likelihood of the postsynaptic neuron's activation.

When Neurotransmitters Communicate an Inhibitory Message to the Postsynaptic Neuron