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Anatomy & Physiology

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Set 5 Neuron Structure And Function

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Question 1

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Which of the following statements is true of graded potentials?

A)They travel over long distances.
B)They have different amplitudes.
C)They are typically found in axons.
D)They travel without decrement.

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Question 2

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When considering spatial summation of graded potentials,it is important to keep in mind

A)how far the potential may have traveled.
B)the initial amplitude of the potential.
C)the polarity of the potential.
D)all of the above

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Question 3

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What is the correct relationship between graded potentials and action potentials?

A)Graded potentials are used to generate action potentials.
B)Action potentials are used to generate graded potentials.
C)Graded potentials and action potentials are two terms for the same phenomenon.
D)All graded potentials increase the likelihood of an action potential.

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