As a result of aging, new lymphocytes continue to be produced in the thymus up until the age of 60 years, but they are less effective. Check all reasons they are less effective.
A)The body's increased reaction to infections can lead to pneumonia.
B)Helper T-lymphocytes do not respond as well to antigens.
C)There is a decreased production of B-lymphocytes
DThe increased production of cytotoxic T-lymphocytes causes the body to over-respond to viruses.

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- Helper T-lymphocytes do not respond as well to antigens as people age, which can impair the immune response.- There is a decreased production of B-lymphocytes with age, which affects the body's ability to produce antibodies effectively.

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