Which of the following combinations of pathogen and virulence factor is correct?

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Streptococcus pyogenes produces protein M, which helps the bacteria evade phagocytosis by host immune cells. The other options are incorrect: 
A) Neisseria gonorrhoeae produces a type of endotoxin called lipooligosaccharide, not endotoxin. 
C) Staphylococcus aureus produces a variety of virulence factors including exotoxins, not just neurotoxins. 
D) Gram-positive bacteria do not produce endotoxin; this is a feature of Gram-negative bacteria. Gram-positive bacteria produce peptidoglycan and lipoteichoic acid instead. 
E) Escherichia coli can produce various cytotoxins, but more specific information is needed to determine if this is the correct combination.

Which of the Following Combinations of Pathogen and Virulence Factor