Question detail
Select the option that keeps the biology idea accurate: explain that antibiotics cannot kill viral pathogens.?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Communicable diseases
Question
- A. Explain that antibiotics cannot kill viral pathogens.
- B. A statement about another biology topic rather than Communicable diseases
- C. A revision technique rather than the scientific idea being tested
- D. A reversed cause-and-effect version of the objective
Answer
Explain that antibiotics cannot kill viral pathogens. is the best answer for this Communicable diseases objective.
Explanation
Explain that antibiotics cannot kill viral pathogens. is supported by the approved learning objective: "Explain that antibiotics cannot kill viral pathogens". It stays within Communicable diseases, uses the key idea "[object Object]", and avoids distractors that either switch topic, describe a study method, or reverse the biology relationship.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Antibiotic Action
Students often believe that antibiotics can treat viral infections, confusing them with painkillers that alleviate symptoms.
Emphasize that antibiotics specifically target bacteria and are ineffective against viruses. Use examples of bacterial and viral infections to illustrate the difference.
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