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Chapter 24, Problem 10MC
What change occurs to the adult lymphatic system as we get older?
a. | The body produces and transports less lymph. |
b. | Greater numbers of B-lymphocytes are produced. |
c. | Helper T-lymphocytes do not respond as well to antigens. |
d. | The lymph nodes enlarge. |
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