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Long-term potentiation (LTP) is a phenomenon that involves:

A The temporary inability to retrieve memories during stress.
B The strengthening of synaptic connections that results in more efficient signal transmission.
C The process of converting short-term memories into long-term memories in the cerebellum.
D The gradual decay of neural pathways due to lack of use.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

LTP refers to a persistent strengthening of synapses based on recent patterns of activity. These changes are thought to be a neural basis for learning and memory.

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