If Neuron X Causes Hyperpolarization of Neuron Z but Neuron

question 59

Multiple Choice

If neuron X causes hyperpolarization of neuron Z but neuron Y causes depolarization of neuron Z, what change would you expect in neuron Z if it is stimulated by both X and Y simultaneously?

• A)a significant increase in membrane potential
• B)a significant decrease in membrane potential
• C)temporal summation leading to an impulse on Z
• D)simultaneous influx and efflux of cations or simultaneous influx of cations and efflux of anions
• E)an increase in the resting membrane potential

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