Which of the following best explains the mechanism called irritability?
A) The ventricles repolarize before they are ready.
B) The normal pacemaker slows down and gives up control.
C) A lower pacemaker site speeds up to take control of the heart.
D) The normal pacemaker changes its inherent rate.
Answer: C
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