A neuron ________

A) can generate another action potential during the time Na+ permeability is changing and immediately following this change, but only if stimulus strength is increased
B) will generate an action potential every time it is stimulated
C) is absolutely refractory to stimulation during the time Na+ permeability is changing, and immediately following this change


Answer: C

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