Which of the following statements best defines the "propagated response"
A) Once a response is triggered, the response travels the length of the axon without decreasing in amplitude.
B) Once a response is triggered, the response gradually increases in amplitude as it travels down the length of the axon.
C) The response increases the positive charge of the chlorine ions throughout the length of the axon.
D) The number of negative potassium ions increase the closer the impulse is to the dendrites.

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The propagated response refers to the action potential that travels down the axon without decreasing in amplitude. This is due to the opening and closing of ion channels in a wave-like manner that allows for the signal to be propagated along the axon.

Which of the Following Statements Best Defines the "Propagated Response