EPSPs (excitatory postsynaptic potentials) occur when

A) more potassium ions than usual leak out of a cell.
B) more calcium ions than usual leak out of a cell.
C) chloride ions enter a cell.
D) extra sodium ions enter a cell.
E) hyperpolarizations occur.


Answer: D

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