In the sequence of permeability changes for a complete action potential, the first of these events that occurs is the _____

A) activation of the sodium-potassium "pump"
B) inhibition of the sodium-potassium "pump"
C) opening of voltage-gated sodium channels
D) closing of voltage-gated potassium channels
E) opening of voltage-gated potassium channels


Answer: C

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