Which of the following events will lead to depolarization?
A) an increase in K+ ions in the extracellular fluid
B) a decrease in K+ ions in the extracellular fluid
C) an increase in the rate of diffusion of K+ ions from cells
D) an increase in Na+ ions in the extracellular fluid
E) None of these events would cause depolarization.
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