Certain bacteria have been designated as "superbugs" because they _____.
A) are easy to transmit and,therefore,are favored by bioterrorists
B) cause especially serious respiratory infections
C) are resistant to even very powerful antibiotics
D) are spread globally by travelers

Question

Certain bacteria have been designated as "superbugs" because they _____.​
A) ​are easy to transmit and,therefore,are favored by bioterrorists
B) ​cause especially serious respiratory infections
C) ​are resistant to even very powerful antibiotics
D) ​are spread globally by travelers

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The term "superbug" is used for bacteria that are resistant to multiple antibiotics, even those that are powerful and are used as a last resort. This makes them difficult to treat and can result in severe infections that are hard to cure.

Certain Bacteria Have Been Designated as "Superbugs" Because They _____