Determine the fiber type in which propagation of an action potential will occur most quickly.
A) myelinated type B fiber
B) type C fiber
C) myelinated type A fiber
D) unmyelinated type B fiber

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Myelinated type A fibers have the largest diameter and are myelinated, allowing for the fastest propagation of action potentials due to saltatory conduction.

Determine the Fiber Type in Which Propagation of an Action