In hyperpolarization

A. Na+ enter the cell in large numbers.
B. the resting membrane potential becomes more positive.
C. the resting membrane potential moves closer to zero.
D. the plasma membrane's permeability to K+ decreases.
E. K+ tend to diffuse out of the cell.


Answer: E

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