Which of the Following Statements About Action Potentials Is Correct

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about action potentials is correct?

• A) Action potentials for a given neuron vary in magnitude.
• B) Action potentials for a given neuron vary in duration.
• C) Action potentials propagate towards the synaptic terminal of an axon.
• D) Movement of ions during the action potential occurs mostly through the sodium pump.

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