If the Absolute Refractory Period Did Not Exist in the Cycle

question 115

Multiple Choice

If the absolute refractory period did not exist in the cycle of an action potential, which of the following should be possible?

• A) The resting potential of a neuron would be zero
• B) There should be almost no limit on how fast a neuron can fire
• C) There would be no need for a postsynaptic receptor site
• D) Action potentials would be much larger
• E) Sodium would not have to be recycled

---

Definitions:

Average Cost

The total cost of production divided by the number of units produced, indicating the cost per unit of output.

Copper

A red-brown metal, highly conductive of electricity and heat, used extensively in electrical wiring and in making alloys such as bronze and brass.

Zinc

A metallic element used primarily for galvanizing iron and steel to prevent rust and in alloys such as brass, along with various other applications.

Factor Prices

Prices paid for the use of factors of production such as labor, capital, and land.