A bacterium that has been moved from one genus (Pseudomonas) to another genus (Burkholde-ria) would be correctly noted as which one of the following?

a. Pseudomonas (Burkholderia)
b. Burkholderia (Pseudomonas)
c. Pseudomonas, formerly Burkholderia
d. Burkholderia, formerly Pseudomonas


B
The name of an organism may change as scientists learn more about the organism. An older name is often included in parentheses next to the current name to alleviate confusion about the identity of the organism.

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