Read the Scenario Above

Multiple Choice

Read the scenario above. If the population is maintained on media that lacks rifampin, what is expected to occur over a period of time?

A) The rifampin resistant bacteria will increase in proportion compared to the rifampin susceptible bacteria.
B) The rifampin susceptible bacteria and the rifampin resistant bacteria will remain in approximately equal proportions.
C) The rifampin susceptible bacteria will increase in proportion to the rifampin resistant bacteria.