The difference between the classic complement systems and alternative complements is:

a) How C3 convertase is activated
b) How the membrane attack complex is formed
c) One system promotes inflammation and the other does not
d) One system opsonizes pathogens and the other does not


Answer: a) How C3 convertase is activated

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