In positive selection of T-lymphocytes, those cells that
A) bind self-antigens are eliminated.
B) can bind MHC survive.
C) bind to self-antigens survive.
D) bind to MHC class II are eliminated.

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Positive selection of T-lymphocytes ensures that only those cells that can bind to MHC survive. This is because MHC molecules present antigens to T-cells, and only those T-cells that can bind to MHC will be able to recognize and respond to antigens.

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