Which of the Following Is Not a Way That Bacteria

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a way that bacteria can evade complement activation?

• A) build a capsule to hide surface antigens that would trigger complement activation
• B) release enzymes that break down lectins responsible for triggering complement activation
• C) release enzymes that break down antibodies that trigger complement activation
• D) release enzymes that break down complement proteins
• E) produce proteins that mimic our naturally occurring regulators of complement activation

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Definitions:

Gini Coefficient

A commonly used measure of the degree of inequality of income derived from a Lorenz curve. It can range from 0 to a maximum of 1.

Lorenz Curve

A graphical representation of the distribution of income or wealth within a society, showcasing the degree of inequality.

45-Degree Line

In economics, often used in Keynesian cross diagrams to show points where aggregate output (or income) equals aggregate expenditure, indicating equilibrium.

Gini Coefficient

A measure of the inequality of a distribution, often used to measure income inequality, ranging from 0 (perfect equality) to 1 (perfect inequality).