If a neuron receives a very strong and sustained excitatory input, what is the output of that neuron likely to be?

A. It will produce much larger action potentials.
B. It will produce multiple action potentials in a row, all of the same size.
C. The neuron's refractory period will increase.
D. It will initially produce large action potentials, and then smaller action potentials.


Answer: B

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