The hyperpolarization that occurs at the end of an action potential is due to the prolonged
A) open state of voltage-gated sodium channels.
B) closure of chemically gated sodium channels.
C) open state of voltage-gated potassium channels.
D) closure of voltage-gated potassium channels.
E) open state of chemically gated sodium channels.
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