Why Is a Cell-Mediated Immune Response More Effective Against Intracellular

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Multiple Choice

Why is a cell-mediated immune response more effective against intracellular microorganisms (such as viruses) than an antibody-mediated response?

• A) Cell-mediated (vs. antibody-mediated) response results in activation of many more immune cells, so it is more effective at destroying antigens.
• B) Intracellular microorganisms are too large for antibodies to be effective against.
• C) Intracellular microorganisms are too small for antibodies to be effective against.
• D) Cell-mediated response results in destruction of cells containing the intracellular microorganism; antibodies can not enter cells.

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