When a neuron fires, it fires in a(n) ________ fashion, as there is no such thing as "partial" firing.
A) all-or-none
B) rapid fire
C) accidental patterned
D) quick successioned

Question

When a neuron fires, it fires in a(n) ________ fashion, as there is no such thing as "partial" firing.
A) all-or-none 
B) rapid fire
C) accidental patterned
D) quick successioned

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Neurons follow the all-or-none principle, which means that when a neuron receives enough stimulation to reach its threshold, it fires completely (action potential) or not at all. There is no partial firing, only complete firing or no firing at all.

When a Neuron Fires, It Fires in A(n) ________ Fashion