Why do physicians often prescribe antibiotics in combination?
A) to decrease the rate at which antibiotic resistance evolves and spreads
B) to prevent common side effects to the patient
C) to increase the likelihood that resistance mutations will arise in the bacteria
D) in case an infection is caused by both bacteria and viruses

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Prescribing antibiotics in combination can reduce the rate at which antibiotic resistance evolves and spreads by targeting the bacteria in different ways and making it harder for them to develop resistance.

Why Do Physicians Often Prescribe Antibiotics in Combination