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What propey of the postsynaptic neuron would optimize the effectiveness of two closely spaced axodendritic synapses?

A
A high membrane resistance
B
A high dendritic cytoplasmic resistance
C
A small cross-sectional area
D
A small space constant
High-Yield Explanation
Space constant increases with increasing membrane resistance or decreasing cytoplasmic resistance.Cytoplasmic resistance decreases as the cross-sectional area increases.Ref: Guyton; 13th edition; Chapter 46 Organization of the Nervous System, Basic Functions of Synapses, and Neurotransmitters

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