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neverstopbelieb

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on: Jun 21, 2018
Kerry's little brother was recently prescribed methylphenidate (Ritalin) for his attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Having completed her biological psychology course, Kerry was able to explain to her parents that Ritalin was most similar in its actions at the synapse to
 
  a. reserpine.
 b. black widow venom and botulin toxin.
  c. nicotine and curare.
 d. cocaine and amphetamine.

Question 2

Methylphenidate (Ritalin) produces its stimulant effects by
 
  a. promoting dopamine synthesis.
 b. promoting dopamine release.
 c. inhibiting the reuptake of dopamine.
  d. activating dopamine receptors.


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Kimmy

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Reply #1 on: Jun 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c


neverstopbelieb

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Reply 2 on: Jun 21, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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