Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

Table 20.1
The following data were obtained from a broth dilution test.
 Concentration of Antibiotic X Growth  Growth in Subculture 2μg/ml++10μg/ml+15μg/ml25μg/ml\begin{array} { | c | c | c | } \hline \begin{array} { c } \text { Concentration of Antibiotic } \\\mathrm { X }\end{array} & \text { Growth } & \text { Growth in Subculture } \\\hline 2 μg /\mathrm { ml } & + & + \\\hline 10 μg/ \mathrm { ml }& - & + \\\hline 15 μg/ \mathrm { ml } & - & - \\\hline 25μg/ \mathrm { ml } & - & - \\\hline\end{array}
-In Table 20.1,as illustrated by the data shown,the minimal bactericidal concentration of antibiotic X is


A)2 μg/ml.
B)10 μg/ml.
C)15 μg/ml.
D)25 μg/ml.
E)The answer cannot be determined based on the information provided.

Answer

C