During the relative refractory period, ______

A) a second action potential cannot be generated, no matter how strong the stimulus
B) an action potential can be generated if the stimulus is above threshold
C) an action potential can be generated if the stimulus is above threshold; also the flow of potassium is opposing depolarization
D) the flow of potassium is opposing depolarization


Ans: C) an action potential can be generated if the stimulus is above threshold; also the flow of potassium is opposing depolarization

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