The cell-mediated immune response is most effective against ____.
A) cancer cells only
B) viral-infected cells only
C) bacteria circulating in the blood
D) both cancer cells and viral infected cells
E) normal flora

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The cell-mediated immune response, primarily involving T cells, is most effective against cells that are 'altered' internally, such as cancer cells and cells infected by viruses. This is because it targets cells that have been changed in a way that can be recognized by T cells, rather than pathogens circulating outside cells in the blood or normal flora.

The Cell-Mediated Immune Response Is Most Effective Against ____