Which Is True of a Neuron with a Resting Potential

question 67

Multiple Choice

Which is true of a neuron with a resting potential?

• A) The cell membrane is permeable to Na+ but impermeable to K+ ions.
• B) The outer surface of the plasma membrane has a negative charge.
• C) The highest concentration of K+ is extracellular.
• D) The sodium pump has moved Na+ to the outside of the plasma membrane.

---

Definitions:

Parametric T-test

A statistical test used to compare the means of two groups, assuming that the data are drawn from populations with normally distributed variables.

Nonparametric Counterpart

A statistical method or model that does not assume a predetermined form for the distribution of the data.

Test Statistic

A value calculated from sample data during a hypothesis test used to decide whether to reject the null hypothesis.

Matched Pairs Differences

A statistical technique used to compare two measurements taken under similar conditions from the same or matched subjects.