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Nicotine produces its effects by interacting with acetylcholine receptors. In the central nervous system, the neurotransmitter acetylcholine is involved in regulating arousal and reward pathways, while in the peripheral nervous system, it plays a role in motor neuron function.

Nicotine's Mechanism of Action

A person uses a nicotine-containing product and reports feeling more alert and experiencing a mild sense of reward. Based on its primary mechanism of action, which statement best explains these effects?

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