Which of the following patterns 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

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A rapid sequence of EPSPs will depolarize the post-synaptic membrane, bringing it closer to the threshold for an action potential. Once the threshold is reached, an action potential is more likely to occur.

Which of the Following Patterns of Post-Synaptic Excitation Will Most