When a neuron is in resting state i.e. not conducting any impulse, the axonal membrane is :

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( A ) Comparatively more permeable of $K^+$ ions and nearly impermeable to $Na^+$ ions
( B ) Comparatively more permeable to $Na^+$ ions and nearly impermeable to $K^+$ ions
( C ) Equally permeable to both $Na^+$ and $K^+$ ions
( D ) Impermeable to both $Na^+$ and $K^+$ ions