When a neuron is at rest, ____
a. the sodium and potassium gated channels are closed
b. the sodium gated channels are closed and the potassium gated channels are open
c. the sodium gated channels are open and the potassium gated channels are closed
d. the sodium and potassium gated channels are open
e. the sodium and potassium gated channels may be open or closed depending upon their location in the nervous
system
ANSWER: a
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