GCEAgricultural ScienceAnimal Health2019

Which of the following methods of disease control involves the introduction of attenuated (weakened) pathogens into an animal's body to stimulate immunity?

AChemotherapy
BVaccinationCORRECT
CSanitation
DSerotherapy
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Why the answer is B, and why the others tempt you.
Vaccination introduces attenuated (live but weakened) or killed pathogens, or their antigens, to stimulate the animal's immune system to produce antibodies. Chemotherapy uses drugs to treat disease, sanitation involves hygiene practices, and serotherapy involves administering pre-formed antibodies (antiserum).
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