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Acquired immunity

Problem

During a field trip, Sahil undergoes a long-drawn illness due to a viral infection. A few months later, he contracts the same infection from a friend. This time, however, Sahil only experiences mild uneasiness and recovers rapidly.
Why is Sahil able to fight off the infection better the second time around?
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