Which of the following questions must be considered when selecting an antimicrobial drug?

A) Can it reach the site of infection?
B) Is the pathogen susceptible to the drug?
C) Is the pathogen resistant to the drug?
D) All of the above


Answer: C) Is the pathogen resistant to the drug?

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A small population size of flowers can pose problems for the plant as a result of

A) poor quality soil. B) lack of space. C) lack of resources. D) lack of pollinator visitation.

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Discuss the life cycle of one of the roundworms including: a) developmental forms and corresponding hosts, b) transmission, c) human disease and symptoms, d) treatment, and e) prevention.

What will be an ideal response?

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