Which of the Following Is the BEST Example of Herd

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the BEST example of herd immunity?

• A)A child infected with measles travels from Germany to the United States.Several babies contract the disease, but the outbreak is largely contained due to vaccinations.
• B)Certain populations of cattle are less susceptible to infection with encephalitis because of their genetic makeup.
• C)Once a certain threshold of individuals has been infected with a novel human pathogen, it is unlikely that any more will be.
• D)Geese and chickens are infected with different strains of influenza because they express different receptors on their cell surface.
• E)When infection spreads through a population, certain individuals generate stronger immune responses than others.

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Definitions:

Characteristic Mode

The typical or unique way in which something functions or expresses itself.

Adaptation

The process by which organisms adjust to changes in their environment, ensuring survival and functioning.

Maintenance

The act of keeping something in a state of good repair or efficiency, encompassing activities such as cleaning, repairing, and preventing decay.