A 50-year-old woman is referred to a neurologist for evaluation. On examination, she has double vision, drooping eyelids, trouble chewing andswallowing, and general limb weakness. These symptoms are exacerbated by activity and are more common later in the day. The doctor orders aTensilon test. The result of the test is positive. The increased muscle strength observed during the Tensilon test is due to an increase in which of thefollowing?Answers A-DA Amount of acetylcholine released by motor neuronsB Concentration acetylcholine at motor endplatesCNumber of acetylcholine receptors on the motor endplatesD Synthesis of norepinephrineO

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