A graded potential is one that

A. lasts for several seconds after ion channels have opened, closed, and reset.
B. travels the length of the nerve fiber (is long-distance).
C. varies in size depending on the magnitude of the stimulus (larger voltage change for stronger stimulus).
D. is all or none (always the same intensity).


Answer: C

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