Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Aging and the Immune

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of aging and the immune system?

• A)Immunity in older people does not seem to be affected by regular exercise
• B)In the United States,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 infections in older people who have deficient immune systems

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