CAIE A-Level Biology AS 11.1.4 Memory Cells and Long Term Immunity Questions

Explain how memory cells produce long-term immunity using evidence from each question and mark scheme.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Biology 9700
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Explain how memory cells produce long-term immunity after an immune response.

CAIE A-Level Biology AS 11.1.4 Memory Cells and Long Term Immunity Questions question 1

[Maximum number: 1]

Influenza is an infectious disease caused by a virus.
It is possible to have influenza more than once.
Which statements explain why it is possible to have influenza more than once?
1 The viral antigens change as a result of mutations.
2 The immune system may be weak and make few B-memory cells.
3 Untreated HIV infection has resulted in a low T-helper cell count.

A

1, 2 and 3

B

1 and 2 only

C

1 and 3 only

D

2 and 3 only

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