Which of the following will cause the plasma membrane to hyperpolarize when at its resting membrane potential?

A. An inflow of Na+
B. An inflow of Cl?
C. An inflow of K+
D. An outflow of Cl?
E. An inflow of Ca2+


Answer: B

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