Which of the following is believed to be the synaptic basis for learning and memory?
A) priming
B) the primacy effect
C) serial positioning
D) long-term potentiation

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Long-term potentiation (LTP) is believed to be the synaptic basis for learning and memory. LTP refers to the strengthening of synaptic connections between neurons due to repeated and sustained stimulation, resulting in a long-lasting increase in signal transmission between the neurons. This mechanism is thought to underlie the formation and consolidation of memories. Options A, B, and C refer to cognitive effects or phenomena that do not directly relate to synaptic mechanisms.

Which of the Following Is Believed to Be the Synaptic