Which of the following examples best demonstrates species resistance?

A. Certain strains of H1N1 virus infect both humans and pigs.
B. A worker at an animal shelter encounters a cat with Calicivirus and infects their own cat at home after the cat is exposed to their work clothes.
C. A worker at an animal shelter encounters a cat with Calicivirus, but cannot become sick with Calicivirus themselves.
D. Certain strains of avian flu are transmissible between chickens, ducks, and other birds.


Answer: C

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