Which of the Following Is the BEST Definition of ʺMicrobial

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the BEST definition of ʺmicrobial antagonismʺ?

• A) the presence of resident bacteria on the surface of the body and in cavities that connect to the surface
• B) the presence of normal microbiota that protect the body by competing with pathogens in a variety of ways to prevent pathogens from invading the body
• C) the presence of normal microbiota that can become pathogens under certain conditions
• D) the presence of pathogens on the surface of the skin, which will invade the body through abrasions
• E) the ability of microbiota to mutate into pathogens

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