Functionally, which cellular location is the neuron's "decision-making site" as to whether or not an action potential will be initiated?
A) axonal membrane
B) axon hillock
C) dendritic membrane
D) presynaptic membrane

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The axon hillock is the region of the neuron where action potentials are commonly initiated. It is here that the neuron integrates incoming signals from its dendrites and decides whether or not to fire an action potential down its axon. The axonal membrane and presynaptic membrane are important for transmitting the action potential, while the dendritic membrane receives incoming signals. However, the axon hillock is the key site for decision-making.

Functionally, Which Cellular Location Is the Neuron's "Decision-Making Site" as to Whether