EPSPs excitatory postsynaptic potentials) occur when
A) more calcium ions than usual leak out of a cell.
B) chloride ions enter a cell.
C) hyperpolarizations occur.
D) more potassium ions than usual leak out of a cell.
E) extra sodium ions enter a cell.

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EPSPs occur when extra sodium ions enter a cell, leading to depolarization and making the neuron more likely to fire an action potential.

EPSPs Excitatory Postsynaptic Potentials) Occur When