The Minimum Number of Microbes Required for Infection to Proceed

question 37

Multiple Choice

The minimum number of microbes required for infection to proceed is termed a/an ______.

• A) virulence factor
• B) indigenous biota
• C) infectious dose
• D) endotoxin
• E) minimal dose

---

Definitions:

Consumer Choices

The selection of goods or services made from available alternatives by consumers based on their preferences and budget.

Budget Line

A visual depiction showing all the different pairs of two products that can be bought within a certain budget at particular price levels.

Market Baskets

A set of goods or services used as a standard for comparing purchasing power or cost of living in different locations.

Completeness

In economics, completeness refers to a property of preferences indicating that any two bundles of goods can be compared, allowing for decisions on which is preferred or if they are equally desirable.