A Neuron Is Stimulated by a Stimulus That Just Achieves

question 170

Multiple Choice

A neuron is stimulated by a stimulus that just achieves threshold. After an interval of a few seconds, a new stimulus is applied that is half as intense as the previous one. The resulting action potential will have what peak voltage?

• A) 2 mV
• B) 5 mV
• C) 10 mV
• D) There will be no action potential.

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