Which of the following statements about immunotherapy is accurate?
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Correct answer: It may take longer to show clinical benefit than chemotherapy
Immunotherapy often takes time because the immune system needs to mount an effective response; benefits may appear later compared to rapid cytotoxic effects of chemotherapy.
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