Each of the different activation pathways for complement has advantages and disadvantages compared to the other two pathways. Which of the following correctly lists an advantage and a disadvantage of classical activation in response to a new microbial intruder?
a.Advantage: very specific. Disadvantage: slow to induce complement.
b.Advantage: fast to induce complement. Disadvantage: NOT very specific.
c.Advantage: fast to induce complement. Disadvantage: very specific.
d.Advantage: very specific. Disadvantage: fast to induce complement.