Which of the Following Characteristics of Aging and the Immune

question 103

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics of aging and the immune system is true

• A) Immunity in older people does not seem to be affected by regular exercise.
• B) In Canada, infectious diseases are a minor cause of deaths in the elderly.
• C) Immune function does not decline with age in people who maintain good nutrition.
• D) Antibiotics are often ineffective in treating older people who have deficient immune systems.

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