Which of the following statements is true of bactericidal and bacteriostatic antiseptics?

A. Bacteriostatic antiseptics inhibit the growth and reproduction of the bacteria but do not kill the bacteria.
B. All bacteriostatic antiseptics have broad-spectrum activity.
C. All bacteriostatic antiseptics have high concentration.
D. Bacteriostatic antiseptics can eradicate bacteria at low concentrations.


Answer: A

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