How does the opening of chloride channels by an inhibitory neurotransmitter affect the postsynaptic neuron?

• A. It depolarizes the neuron, making it more likely to fire.
• B. It has no effect on the neuron's likelihood to fire.
• C. It hyperpolarizes the neuron, making it less likely to fire.
• D. It causes the neuron to release more neurotransmitters.

Answer: (C)