Factors That Determine the Pathogenicity and Increase the Virulence of Organisms

question 15

Multiple Choice

Factors that determine the pathogenicity and increase the virulence of organisms include all the following, except

• A) an organism's ability to avoid phagocytosis.
• B) an organism's ability to produce exotoxins and extracellular enzymes.
• C) an organism's ability to produce infection when host conditions change.
• D) an organism's ability to survive intracellularly when phagocytized.

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Definitions:

Six Core

This term is too vague without additional context; thus, no definition can be provided unless more specific information is available. NO.

Critical Thinking Skills

The ability to engage in reflective and independent thinking to logically question ideas and assumptions rather than accepting them at face value.

Positive Disposition

A tendency to maintain a hopeful and optimistic attitude, often leading to positive outcomes.

Micromanager

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