Strep Throat Can Develop from an Infection by the Bacterium

Multiple Choice

Strep throat can develop from an infection by the bacterium Streptococcus pyogenes. After infection by this bacterium, cells in the body will respond by producing antibodies against the bacterium and the toxins it produces. What type of immune response is being described in this situation?

A) cytotoxic T cell response
B) helper T cell response
C) B cell response
D) inflammation