Which of the Following Is an Example of Immunocompetence

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of immunocompetence?

• A) A child that is immune to measles because of an inoculation
• B) A person who has seasonal allergies every fall
• C) When the symptoms of a common cold disappear in 1 day
• D) A neonate having a natural immunity from maternal antibodies

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Definitions:

Barnum Effect

The tendency for individuals to see themselves in vague, stock descriptions of personality that could apply to many people.

Barnum Effect

The phenomenon whereby individuals believe that vague, general statements about personality are highly accurate for them personally, often used in psychics and horoscopes.

Consistent Tendency

A regular or habitual pattern of behavior or thought that is reliably observed across different situations and over time.

Shy

A personality trait characterized by feelings of tension and discomfort in social situations.