Which two factors or structures increase the speed of nerve impulse conduction?

A) Graded conduction and saltatory conduction
B) Myelin sheath and location of axon hillock
C) Myelin sheath and graded conduction
D) Myelin sheath and saltatory conduction


Answer: D

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