Which of the following statement(s) about plasmids is/are true

I. Carry resistance genes for antibiotics called R plasmids
II. Don?t control genes regulating enzymes capable of destroying antimicrobial drugs
III. Can?t be transferred by conjugation due to their size and shape
A. I only
B. II only
C. I and II only
D. II and III only
E. I, II and III


Ans: A. I only

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