Which of the following statements is true regarding action potentials?
A) The strength of action potentials can vary dramatically.
B) Action potentials occur at a constant rate.
C) The strength of action potentials does not vary.
D) Regardless of their rate of occurrence, action potentials fire at a steady rhythm.

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The strength of action potentials does not vary. This is known as the "all-or-none" principle, meaning once the threshold is reached, an action potential is generated at a consistent magnitude.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Action Potentials