Sara Is Holding Scott's Hand During a Scary Movie

question 173

Multiple Choice

Sara is holding Scott's hand during a scary movie. Suddenly she squeezes his hand very hard. When she does this, what will the nerves in Scott's hand do?

• A)release more chloride ions
• B)send stronger signals to his central nervous system
• C)enter an absolute refractory period
• D)start to fire at a faster rate

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