An inhibitory local potential causes which of the following?

A. Hyperpolarization of the plasma membrane
B. Neutralization of the plasma membrane
C. Depolarization of the plasma membrane
D. Repolarization of the plasma membrane
E. Drifting of the membrane potential towards the resting membrane potential


Answer: A

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