Question

Which of the following statements about the resting membrane potential is TRUE?

A. The exterior of the cell has a net negative charge and the interior has a net positive charge.

B. The exterior of the cell has a net negative charge and the interior is neutral.

C. The exterior of the cell has a net positive charge and the interior has a net negative charge.

D. The exterior of the cell has a net positive charge and the interior is neutral.

E. The exterior of the cell is neutral, and the interior has a net negative charge.