In which way does an individual develop a naturally acquired active immunity?
A) When antibodies from the mother cross the placenta to the fetus
B) When antibodies from the fetus cross the placenta to the mother
C) From immunization with antibodies to a disease-causing organism
D) From exposure to organisms that cause a disease
E) From administration of a vaccine with killed or weakened organisms

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Naturally acquired active immunity occurs when an individual is exposed to a live pathogen, develops the disease, and then develops immunity against the pathogen as a result. This process involves the body's immune response to the infectious agent, leading to the production of antibodies and memory cells that provide long-term protection.

In Which Way Does an Individual Develop a Naturally Acquired