If a Neuron's Membrane Potential Is Held Close to the Threshold

question 5

Multiple Choice

If a neuron's membrane potential is held close to the threshold potential by excitatory postsynaptic potentials (EPSPs) , the neuron is said to be:

• A) hyperpolarized.
• B) facilitated.
• C) integrated.
• D) inhibited.

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