Which of the following environmental and host factors influence the composition of resident microflora on the skin?
A) age
B) personal hygiene
C) weather
D) age, personal hygiene, and weather

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Both environmental factors such as weather and personal hygiene practices can have an effect on the composition of resident microflora on the skin. Age can also play a role in the skin microbiome as the diversity of skin-associated bacteria appears to change throughout the lifespan. Therefore, all three factors (age, personal hygiene, and weather) can influence the composition of resident microflora on the skin.

Which of the Following Environmental and Host Factors Influence the Composition