The Mechanism Responsible for the Size Principle Is That Compared

question 13

Multiple Choice

The mechanism responsible for the size principle is that compared to large motor neurons,

• A)small motor neurons have a small surface area and are easier to depolarize.
• B)small motor neurons have a larger (more negative)membrane potential.
• C)small motor neurons do not respond to IPSPs
• D)all of the above answers are correct

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