You have discovered a compound that inhibits the placement of sterols in the plasma membrane. What can you deduce about the efficacy of this drug?

A) This drug may be broadly effective against both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
B) This drug may be broadly effective against eukaryotic cells but may be toxic in human patients.
C) This drug may be broadly effective against prokaryotic cells.
D) This drug may be broadly effective against eukaryotic cells.
E) This drug may be broadly effective against both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells but may be toxic in human patients.


Answer: B

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