The Theory of Aging That Suggests the Body Becomes Less

question 48

Multiple Choice

The theory of aging that suggests the body becomes less able to recognize or tolerate the "self" is the:

• A) free radical theory.
• B) autoimmunity theory.
• C) wear-and-tear theory.
• D) biologic programming theory.

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