Which of the following does not contribute to the antibiotic resistance of bacterial pathogens?
A) Patient's noncompliance with drug treatments.
B) Strong selection imposed by antibiotic increases the rate of evolution in each generation.
C) Plasmids provide a means for the genetic exchange of resistance genes.
D) Antibiotic treatment is stopped prematurely.
E) Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium.

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Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium is a principle that describes a non-evolving population in which allele frequencies remain constant over generations. While it is important in understanding population genetics, it does not contribute to the antibiotic resistance of bacterial pathogens. The other options - patient noncompliance, strong selection, plasmids, and premature cessation of treatment - all contribute to the development and spread of antibiotic resistance in bacteria.

Which of the Following Does Not Contribute to the Antibiotic