During an infection,lymph nodes enlarge and become tender because:
A) of the proliferation of macrophages.
B) the nodes are inflamed.
C) the nodes filled with purulent exudate.
D) the nodes are not functioning properly.

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Lymph nodes enlarge and become tender during an infection primarily due to the proliferation of immune cells, such as macrophages and lymphocytes, as they respond to the infection.

During an Infection,lymph Nodes Enlarge and Become Tender Because