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Question
The "spontaneous firing rate" of a neuron refers to:a. its resting potential.
b. its rate of energy consumption.
c. its rate of producing action potentials even when it is not stimulated.
d. the velocity of its action potentials under normal conditions.
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b. a deficit of testosterone during an early stage of development
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b. Both empty food out of their stomachs at a rate that is slower than normal.
c. Both have low levels of fuel available to its cells.
d. Both go through long periods of refusing to eat.
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