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MDCAT Biology QUESTION #7734
Question 1

Antibiotics are effective against which of the following pathogens?

  • Herpes simplex
  • Polio
  • Salmonella typhi✔️
  • None of the above
Correct Answer Explanation

Antibiotics target bacterial structures/processes (cell wall, protein synthesis). Salmonella typhi (bacterium) causes typhoid; antibiotics work. Herpes (virus) and polio (virus) require antiviral drugs.