Decreased extracellular K+ levels cause

A. hyperpolarization of plasma membranes.
B. cells to become more excitable.
C. hypopolarization of plasma membranes.
D. increased permeability of plasma membranes.
E. more action potentials to be generated.


Answer: A

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