A Neuron Will Fire When the Ions Inside the Cell

question 8

Multiple Choice

A neuron will fire when the ions inside the cell body are:

• A) in the resting potential.
• B) shifted to a threshold greater than the resting potential.
• C) shifted to a threshold less than the resting potential.
• D) in the refractory period.

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Definitions:

Monopolistically Competitive

A market structure where many firms sell products that are similar but not identical, allowing for some degree of market power.

Inefficiencies

Inefficiencies refer to situations where resources are not used in the most effective way, leading to wasted potential in production, distribution, or allocation of goods and services.

Efficient Scale

The level of production at which a firm’s average total costs are minimized.

Monopolistically Competitive

A market structure characterized by many firms selling products that are similar but not identical, allowing for some degree of market power.