Immediately after firing, a neuron cannot fire again no matter how strong the incoming messages may be. This period is called the ________ period

a. relative refractory
b. primary refractory
c. polarization
d. absolute refractory


Answer: d

Psychology

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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