A Microbiologist Is Reading a Gram Stain and Observes Gram-Negative

question 17

Multiple Choice

A microbiologist is reading a Gram stain and observes gram-negative, curved rods with a seagull-wing appearance.What organism could this be?

• A)Campylobacter or Vibrio
• B)Shigella or Vibrio
• C)Campylobacter or Shigella
• D)All of the above

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Definitions:

Consolidated Retained Earnings

The portion of earnings not distributed as dividends to shareholders and consolidated from both the parent company and its subsidiaries.

Shareholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a corporation after deducting liabilities, representing the ownership interest of shareholders.

Subsidiary's Shareholders' Equity

The net assets attributable to the shareholders of a subsidiary, consisting of share capital plus retained earnings.

Acquisition Differential

The difference between the purchase price of an acquired company and the book value of its assets and liabilities.