Why do bacterial populations often become resistant to an antibiotic?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Resistant variants already present survive and reproduce
- Step 1: Variation exists before the drug is used. Step 2. The drug selects the resistant individuals, which pass on their genes. Answer: Resistant variants survive and reproduce. Why not the others: Natural selection acts on existing variation and does not have a goal.
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