Which of the Following Best Describes Clonal Expansion in Adaptive

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes clonal expansion in adaptive immune responses?

• A)Increased number of different lymphocyte clones,each clone specific for a different antigen during the course of an infection
• B)Increased number of different lymphocyte clones,each clone specific for a different antigen during development of the immune system,before exposure to antigen
• C)Increased number of lymphocytes with identical specificities,all derived from a single lymphocyte due to nonspecific stimuli from the innate immune system
• D)Increased number of lymphocytes with identical specificities,all derived from a single lymphocyte stimulated by a single antigen
• E)Increased size of the lymphocytes of a single clone due to antigen-induced activation of the cells

---

Definitions:

Domain-general Adaptation

A concept referring to the ability or process of adjusting or conforming across various areas or situations, not limited to a specific field or domain.

Controlled Process

A type of cognitive processing that requires deliberate, effortful attention and is often contrasted with automatic processes.

Adaptations

Attributes that improve an individual’s prospects for survival and reproduction.

Social Tendencies

Inherent inclinations or predispositions in individuals to behave in certain ways in social contexts, influenced by societal norms and personal experiences.