Read the Scenario Above

question 20

Multiple Choice

Read the scenario above. If the population is maintained on media that lacks rifampin, what is expected to occur over a period of time?

• A) The rifampin resistant bacteria will increase in proportion compared to the rifampin susceptible bacteria.
• B) The rifampin susceptible bacteria and the rifampin resistant bacteria will remain in approximately equal proportions.
• C) The rifampin susceptible bacteria will increase in proportion to the rifampin resistant bacteria.

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