Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (14th Edition)

Published by Brooks/Cole Publishing Co.
ISBN 10: 1305073959
ISBN 13: 978-1-30507-395-1

Chapter 32 - Self-Quiz - Page 559: 3

Answer

Option d

Work Step by Step

An action potential occurs when a stimulus triggers it.This causes an influx of sodium ions when the gated sodium channels open.So, statements a and b are right.The sodium-potassium pumps are already in action to maintain the resting membrane potential.
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