Describe How Avoiding the Use of Antibiotics for Viral Infections

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Essay

Describe how avoiding the use of antibiotics for viral infections can prevent the spread of antibiotic resistance.

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Definitions:

Absolute Advantage

The ability of an individual, company, or country to produce a good or service at a lower cost per unit than competitors.

Comparative Advantage

Comparative Advantage is the ability of an individual, company, or country to produce a good or service at a lower opportunity cost than its competitors.

Productive Advantage

A situation where a person or entity can produce goods or services at a lower opportunity cost than others.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of forgoing the next best alternative when making a decision, representing the benefits one misses out on when choosing one option over another.