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Antivenom injection contains preformed antibodies while polio drops that are administered into the body contain

1. Activated pathogens
2. Harvested antibodies
3. Gamma globulin
4. Attenuated pathogens

Correct answer: Attenuated pathogens

Solution

Polio oral vaccine contains attenuated (weakened) pathogens so the body can mount its own immune response and develop active immunity. In contrast, antivenom provides preformed antibodies, which is passive immunity.

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