Indicate whether the force in question tends to move the involved ion in or out of the cell by filling in the blank using the following answer code. -electrical gradient for K⁺ at resting potential A)Ion tends to be moved into the cell by this force. B)Ion tends to be moved out of the cell by this force.

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At resting potential, the inside of the cell is negatively charged relative to the outside. The electrical gradient for K+ (potassium ions) tends to move them into the cell because they are positively charged and are attracted to the negative interior.

Indicate Whether the Force in Question Tends to Move the Involved