Which of the following statements is NOT a defining characteristic of adaptive immunity?
A. Self/nonself recognition
B. Tailored to specific antigens
C. Ability to produce diverse antigen receptors
D. Memory allows a fast and strong secondary response
E. Fast-acting initial response mediated by complement
Answer: E
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