The most effective level of defense against pathogens is the ____ immune system, because it ____

a. innate; recognizes specific pathogens
b. adaptive; recognizes specific pathogens
c. nonspecific; targets all pathogens
d. inflammatory response; is mediated by T cells
e. skin; provides a physical barrier against pathogens


b

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