During the absolute refractory period,
a. neurons can fire continuously.
b. no amount of further stimulation can induce another action potential to develop.
c. only the strongest stimulation will cause another action potential to be generated.
d. the neuron will fire to a stimulus that is slightly stronger than what is normally necessary.
Answer: b. no amount of further stimulation can induce another action potential to develop.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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