Which of the following statements concerning resting membrane potential is true?

A. The resting membrane potential is proportional to the tendency for K+ to diffuse out of the cell.
B. The resting membrane potential never reaches an equilibrium point.
C. Negatively charged Cl? ions are attracted by negative charges in the cell.
D. The resting plasma membrane is more permeable to Na+ than K+.
E. The purpose of the sodium-potassium pump is to create an equilibrium of ion concentrations.


Answer: A

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