An advantage of innate immunity is ________.
A) its barriers that prevent pathogens from entering into the body
B) the use of antibodies to cause cell lysis and kill invading cells
C) the numerous steps in the activation of its cells that can prevent autoimmune disease
D) the specificity of its individual cells which specialize in the removal on one type of antigen

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Innate immunity includes physical and chemical barriers that prevent pathogens from entering into the body, such as the skin and mucous membranes. This is a major advantage because it provides a first line of defense against pathogens, reducing the likelihood of infection.

An Advantage of Innate Immunity Is ________