In order to identify the minimum bactericidal concentration in broth dilution tests, what must be determined first?

A) how many bacteria grow on a plate from each of the broth dilution tests
B) minimal inhibitory concentration
C) minimal bacteriostatic concentration
D) drug concentration and bacterial concentration
E) how successfully the bacteria grow in broth cultures


Answer: B

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