Cells within biofilms have high metabolic activity; hence, they are susceptible to antibiotics. 

Which of the following represents an example of a lateral gene transfer? Check all that apply.

Clinically-relevant antibiotic-resistance genes enter soil; hence, the soil is known as the largest reservoir of AMR. Think about this statement before you answer.

What is the function of drugs that inhibit the generation of muropeptides? 

Which of the following is NOT an example of an antibiotic target modification?  

Conjugation is a horizontal movement of genetic material from F-positive donors to F-negative recipients. 

Broad-spectrum antibiotics are prescribed when the causative agent is not known. 

The most effective treatment of bacterial infections is when the antibiotic MIC is non-toxic to humans. True/False

BlrAB is a two-component regulatory system. BlrA binding to the promoter activates expression of

Pathogenic bacteria can acquire antibiotic resistance from commensal bacteria that reside in the human gut.