Consider an antibacterial drug. In which of the following cases would the action of the drug be considered primarily bacteriostatic?
A. The MLC is 10-20 times higher than the MIC.
B. The MLC is 2-4 times higher than the MIC.
C. The MLC is lower than the MIC.
D. The minimal lethal concentration (MLC) is equal to the minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC).
Answer: A
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