A depolarizing graded potential
A) makes the membrane more polarized.
B) makes the membrane less polarized.
C) is not considered a graded potential.
D) is the last part of an action potential.
E) is seen when the cell approaches threshold.

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A depolarizing graded potential makes the membrane less polarized by reducing the difference in charge between the inside and outside of the cell, moving it closer to the threshold for an action potential.

A Depolarizing Graded Potential