When applying hyperpolarizing or depolarizing stimulus to the membrane of a neuron, the beginning and end of the neuron's response become distorted. This is due to
A) conductance of the membrane.
B) the insulating properties of myelin.
C) capacitance of the membrane.
D) gated ion channels.
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