The ability of the immune system to recognize self-antigens versus non-self antigen is an example of:

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The ability of the immune system to recognize self-antigens versus non-self antigen is an example of:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Self-tolerance distinguishes self from non-self; specific immunity is broader.

Question 2 of 5

B cells mature in the while T cells mature in the

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Differentiation of B Cell takes place in bone marrow and functional B cells are found in Gut associated Lymphoid tissue (GALT), while T cells mature in the thymus.

Question 3 of 5

Lysozyme:

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Lysozyme splits peptidoglycan in bacterial cell walls, an enzymatic action, not complement activation.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following explains why immunity to influenza may appear to be relatively short-lived?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: New influenza variants (antigenic drift/shift) escape prior immunity, requiring updated responses.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following cells participate in nonspecific defense responses when your body is invaded by microbes?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: NK cells , macrophages , and neutrophils are innate; all participate.

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