In describing the initiation and transmission of action potentials in neurons, it would be INCORRECT to say that
A. a stimulus to the neuron can either depolarize or hyperpolarize the neuronal membrane.
B. the resting potential is maintained by differential ion permeabilities and the sodium-potassium pump.
C. the rate of transmission of an action potential is directly related to the diameter of the axon.
D. information about the intensity of a stimulus is conveyed by changes in the size of the action potential generated.
Answer: D
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