Antigenic Shift

question 202

Multiple Choice

Antigenic shift

• A) has only been observed in the influenza virus.
• B) can result in small changes to the SARS-CoV-2 surface spike proteins but does not result in new variants of the virus.
• C) has not yet been observed in the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
• D) can limit the duration of immunity conferred by infection and vaccination.

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Definitions:

Deception

The act of misleading or tricking someone by concealing or distorting the truth.

Pauses

Brief stops or breaks in activity or speech, often used for emphasis or to reflect, gather thoughts, or create suspense.

Body Posture

This refers to the way individuals hold and position their body, often considered an aspect of non-verbal communication that can reflect feelings, attitudes, or health.

Paralanguage Cues

Non-verbal elements of communication used to modify meaning and convey emotion, such as tone of voice and gestures.