When a sensory neuron is excited by some form of energy, the resulting graded potential is called a(n) ________. Naim 23:48 Fundamental of the Nervous System and Nervous Tissue When a sensory neuron is excited by some form of energy, the resulting graded potential is called a(n) ________. A) postsynaptic potential B) excitatory potential C) action potential D) generator potential Answer: D) generator potential Learn More : Share this Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterPlus on Google+