Fever is beneficial during viral infection because the higher temperature

A) inactivates interferons.
B) increases vasodilation, contributing to inflammation.
C) increases sweating and consequently the barrier effect.
D) prevents viral infection of fibroblasts.
E) increases the effectiveness of interferons.


E
Bloom's Taxonomy: Comprehension
Section: The Body's Second Line of Defense
Learning Outcome: 15.19

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