Hyperpolarization in the Postsynaptic Cell Is Caused by

question 59

Multiple Choice

Hyperpolarization in the postsynaptic cell is caused by

• A)excitatory postsynaptic potentials.
• B)inhibitory postsynaptic potentials.
• C)movement of K⁺ out of the cell.
• D)Both inhibitory postsynaptic potentials and movement of K⁺ out of the cell are correct.

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