After repeated studying,Cressida is able to remember all of the state capitals.Now when she hears the word Michigan,she quickly thinks of the word Lansing.Cressida's learning is most likely due to long-term potentiation,which
A) releases glutamate in the brain.
B) strengthens synaptic connections.
C) increases excitatory neural signals.
D) decreases neurotransmitters in the synapse.

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Long-term potentiation (LTP) is a process in which the strength of synaptic connections between neurons is increased. This is often associated with learning and memory formation. LTP involves the release of glutamate, an increase in excitatory neural signals, and strengthening of synaptic connections. Therefore, the most likely mechanism for Cressida's learning is the strengthening of synaptic connections through LTP.

After Repeated Studying,Cressida Is Able to Remember All of the State