Which of the Following Is a Major Difference Between Adaptive

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major difference between adaptive immunity and innate defenses?

• A)Adaptive immunity includes defense components which are multicellular,such as skin,tears,and mucus;innate defenses include cellular and subcellular components.
• B)Adaptive immunity responses are the first to attack an invader;innate defenses are the second responses to attack an invader.
• C)Adaptive immunity responses are produced only on demand;innate defenses are always produced.
• D)Adaptive immunity responses are similar to most pathogens;innate defenses are always specific for specific pathogens.
• E)All answers are correct.

---

Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without any learning needed.

Conditioned Response

A learned reaction or behavior to a previously neutral stimulus that has become associated with a significant stimulus.

Novel Stimulus

A new or unfamiliar stimulus that has not been previously experienced by an organism, often used in experimental research to gauge response or attention.

Stimulant

A substance that increases physiological or nervous activity in the body.