Which of the Following Statements Is LEAST Supportive of the Idea

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is LEAST supportive of the idea that genetic exchange between bacteria occurs in the human gastrointestinal tract?

• A) the high bacterial cell density in this environment
• B) the presence of mixed species and biofilms in this environment
• C) the presence of dead bacteria as a source of extracellular DNA for transformation
• D) the passage of antibiotic resistance genes from one bacterium to another within a patient
• E) the presence of pseudogenes in bacteria

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Definitions:

Caste System

A hierarchical social stratification system found in some societies, where individuals' status is determined by birth and remains fixed for their lifetime.

Class Systems

Hierarchical social categories based on factors like wealth, occupation, and education, influencing individuals' opportunities and social interactions.

Overlapping Systems

Intersecting social categorizations such as race, class, and gender, affecting an individual's or group's experience and opportunities.

Class Position

The rank or standing of an individual within the hierarchy of social class, often determined by factors like wealth, occupation, and education.