Question

determine whether the statements below are true or false. when the body has a weakened immune system, the production of antibodies is increased. when the body has a weakened immune system, abnormal cells steal nutrients from healthy cells. when the body has a weakened immune system, the body is more susceptible to disease. when the body has a weakened immune system, the body mistakes pathogens as healthy cells and does not attack them.

Explanation:

First Statement: "When the body has a weakened immune system, the production of antibodies is increased."

A weakened immune system typically has reduced functionality. Antibody production is part of the immune response; a weakened system usually can't increase antibody production effectively (e.g., in immunodeficiency, antibody production may be low or impaired). So this statement is false.

Abnormal cells (like cancer cells) have uncontrolled growth and can compete for nutrients with healthy cells. A weakened immune system may not be able to control abnormal cell growth, allowing them to steal nutrients. This is consistent with how abnormal cells behave in a compromised immune environment. So this statement is true.

The immune system defends against pathogens. A weakened immune system means its defense capabilities (like fighting infections, detecting pathogens) are reduced. So the body is less able to resist diseases, making it more susceptible. This is a core concept of immune function—compromise leads to higher disease risk. So this statement is true.

Answer:

false

Second Statement: "When the body has a weakened immune system, abnormal cells steal nutrients from healthy cells."