Which of the Following Bacterial Counting Techniques Relies on a Statistical

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following bacterial counting techniques relies on a statistical estimate to determine the number of bacteria in a culture?

• A)Serial dilution
• B)Standard plate count
• C)Spread plate
• D)Most probable number

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Definitions:

Indicator Variables

Variables in statistical analyses that are used to represent subgroups and measure categorical variables, often in the form of 0/1 binary indicators.

Concepts

Abstract ideas or mental symbols that represent phenomena or objects, used to understand and communicate about the world.

Variables

Quantifiable or qualifiable characteristics, factors, or conditions that can vary or change within a study or evaluation.

Research Design

The framework or strategy adopted in a study to integrate different components of the research in a coherent and logical way, thus ensuring effectively addressing the research question.