Which pattern of post-synaptic excitation will most likely result in an action potential?
A)rapid sequence of EPSPs
B)rapid sequence of IPSPs
C)large number of simultaneous IPSPs
D)large number of simultaneous IPSPs and EPSPs

Question

Which pattern of post-synaptic excitation will most likely result in an action potential?​
A)rapid sequence of EPSPs
B)​rapid sequence of IPSPs
C)​large number of simultaneous IPSPs
D)large number of simultaneous IPSPs and EPSPs

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A rapid sequence of EPSPs increases the membrane potential towards the threshold, which is the point at which an action potential is initiated.

Which Pattern of Post-Synaptic Excitation Will Most Likely Result in an Action