Which Statement Best Describes the Difference in Responses of Effector

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the difference in responses of effector B cells (plasma cells) and cytotoxic T cells?

• A)B cells confer active immunity; cytotoxic T cells confer passive immunity.
• B)B cells kill viruses directly; cytotoxic T cells kill virus-infected cells.
• C)B cells secrete antibodies against a virus; cytotoxic T cells kill virus-infected cells.
• D)B cells accomplish the cell-mediated response; cytotoxic T cells accomplish the humoral response.
• E)B cells respond the first time the invader is present; cytotoxic T cells respond subsequent times.

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