A fever ____.
A) develops independently of the preoptic area
B) is part of the body's defense against an illness
C) is an indication that the body is not yet fighting the infection
D) serves to keep an animal warm during periods of reduced activity

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A fever is a natural response of the body to fight against an infection or illness. It is part of the body's defense mechanism, which helps to activate the immune system and increases the production of white blood cells to fight off the invading microorganisms.

A Fever ____