Antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria are a modern health concern. Namely, the overuse of antibiotics has promoted the survival of bacteria with alleles that allow resistance. This is an example of ____ selection

a. directional
b. stabilizing
c. disruptive
d. recessive
e. fitness


a

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