Mononucleosis ("mono") is usually caused by EBV, or the Epstein-Barr virus. Mono is more common in children than in adults because adults usually have developed ________ toward the virus

A) innate immunity
B) adaptive immunity
C) passive immunity


Answer: B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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