Which of the Following Situations Will Lead to Hyperpolarization

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations will lead to hyperpolarization?

• A) increase the permeability of the plasma membrane to Na+ ions
• B) decrease the permeability of the plasma membrane to K+ ions
• C) decrease the permeability of the plasma membrane to chloride ions
• D) any positive ion entering the cell
• E) None of these situations will lead to hyperpolarization.

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