The "Hygiene Hypothesis" Proposes That

question 5

Multiple Choice

The "hygiene hypothesis" proposes that

• A) lack of exposure to microbes can lead to development of allergies.
• B) good hygiene always prevents development of disease.
• C) hand washing is the best preventative measure against infection.
• D) the immune system develops best in a clean environment.
• E) adaptive immunity only develops in a sterile environment.

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