With continuous use of antibiotics, antibiotic resistance result because:
a. bacteria are producing fewer mutations.
b. the immune system has enhanced ability to fight infection.
c. mutant bacteria are surviving antibiotic use.
d. fewer new antibiotics have been produced.
ANS: C
Bacteria mutate if they are in contact with antibiotics for extended periods.
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