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Question

How does the presence of a polysaccharide capsule in bacteria affect B cell activation?

Accepted Answer

It serves as a T independent antigen that can activate B cells without helper T cells.

Answer

It prevents any activation of B cells by masking antigens.

Answer

It has no effect on B cell activation pathways.

Answer

It only activates B cells in conjunction with MHC class 2 molecules.