Which of the following statements concerning adaptive immunity is FALSE?

A) It is always present and instantly protects against infection.
B) It can be stimulated by vaccination.
C) It requires specific recognition of microbes and antigens.
D) It can form memory responses.


Ans: A) It is always present and instantly protects against infection.

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