How would the absolute refractory period be affected if voltage- regulated sodium channels failed to inactivate?
A) It would be basically unaffected.
B) It would be much briefer.
C) It would last indefinitely.

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If voltage-regulated sodium channels failed to inactivate, the absolute refractory period would last indefinitely because the channels would remain open, preventing the neuron from resetting and firing another action potential.

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