Which of the following statements about the sodium-potassium pump is incorrect?

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Which of the following statements about the sodium-potassium pump is incorrect?

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It helps maintain the resting membrane potential. It actively transports sodium (Na⁺) into the neuron and potassium (K⁺) out. Correct It requires ATP to function. It plays a role in restoring the ionic balance after an action potential.

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The sodium-potassium pump transports sodium (Na⁺) out of the neuron and potassium (K⁺) into the neuron, not the other way around.

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