It Would Seem Reasonable to Assume That People Would Be

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Essay

It would seem reasonable to assume that people would be more likely to help others who are part of their in-groups than their out-groups. It is not quite as simple and straightforward as that, however. Explain.

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Definitions:

Innate Immunity

An immune response that does not require a previous exposure to the pathogen.

T Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a central role in the immune response, capable of identifying and eliminating infected cells.

B Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a significant role in the adaptive immune response, producing antibodies against antigens.

Lymph Capillary

Tiny, thin-walled vessels located in the spaces between cells which serve to drain and transport lymph from tissues to the lymphatic system.