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In a resting nerve there is a mechanism ...

In a resting nerve there is a mechanism known as sodium pump which results in

A

`Na^(+)` being pumped out

B

`Na^(+)` being pumped in

C

exchange of `Na^(+) and K^(+)`

D

`Na^(+)` being pumped into the cell

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C
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