Self-propagation and refractory periods are typical of
A) action potentials.
B) graded hyperpolarizations.
C) excitatory postsynaptic potentials.
D) threshold potentials.
E) resting potentials.

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Self-propagation and refractory periods are characteristics of action potentials, which are rapid electrical impulses that travel along a neuron's axon. Graded hyperpolarizations, excitatory postsynaptic potentials, and resting potentials are all different from action potentials and do not exhibit these features. Threshold potentials are the electrical signals that trigger action potentials but do not themselves propagate or exhibit refractory periods.

Self-Propagation and Refractory Periods Are Typical of