Which of the Following Is False or Incorrect

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false or incorrect?

• A)An inhibitory postsynaptic potential occurs if the inhibitory effect is greater than the excitatory,causing hyperpolarization of the membrane.
• B)An excitatory postsynaptic potential occurs if the excitatory effect is greater than the inhibitory effect but less than threshold.
• C)A nerve impulse occurs if the excitatory and inhibitory effects are equal.

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