Negative selection occurs when

a. cells become positive for either CD4 or CD8 when they recognize either the MHC class I or class II molecule
b. cells become negative for both CD4 or CD8 when they recognize either the MHC class I or class II molecule
c. cells that recognize self-antigens are allowed to live
d. cells that recognize self-antigens undergo apoptosis


d. cells that recognize self-antigens undergo apoptosis

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Which statement made by the student nurse indicates effective learning about the coagulation factors and intrinsic pathway?

1. "The clotting time is measured by prothrombin time." 2. "The clotting time is measured by activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT)." 3. "TF-factor VII is formed by factor VII and tissue factor." 4. All of the above

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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