Which of the Following Distinguishes Industrially Advanced Countries from Less-Developed

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following distinguishes industrially advanced countries from less-developed countries?

• A) GDP per capita.
• B) Educational attainment of the workforce.
• C) Extent to which capital is technologically advanced.
• D) All of the above.

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Definitions:

Voltage-Regulated Channels

Ion channels in the cell membranes that open or close in response to changes in membrane potential, crucial for the transmission of electrical signals.

Hyperpolarization

A rise in the membrane potential of a cell, resulting in it becoming more negatively charged and reducing its chances of initiating an action potential.

Neuron Plasma Membrane

The membrane surrounding a neuron, controlling the entry and exit of substances, thus maintaining the cell's environment.

Sodium Ions

Positively charged atoms of sodium that play critical roles in physiological processes, including nerve impulse conduction and muscle contraction.