Which of the Following Situations in a Neuron Results in Action

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations in a neuron results in action potentials that have extended depolarization phases?

• A) Inhibiting the voltage-gated Na⁺ channels.
• B) Stimulating the voltage-gated K⁺ channels.
• C) Compromising the inactivation mechanism in voltage-gated Na⁺ channels.
• D) Compromising the inactivation mechanism in voltage-gated K⁺ channels.
• E) None of the above.

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