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AEWBW

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Administering a molecule that is a precursor for the synthesis of a synaptic neurotransmitter would be expected to
 
  a. reduce the availability of that neurotransmitter.
  b. increase the rate of synthesis and release of that neurotransmitter.
  c. alter the number of postsynaptic receptors.
  d. act as an antagonist at autoreceptors.
  e. dampen the activity of the synapse.

Question 2

An example of a withdrawal symptom for a heroin addict would be
 
  a. eating.
  b. constipation.
  c. euphoria.
  d. dysphoria.
  e. craving for alcohol.


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gabrielle_lawrence

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: b. increase the rate of synthesis and release of that neurotransmitter.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d. dysphoria.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Gracias!

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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