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1.State which antibiotic is the least effective at preventing bacterial growth.
2.State two variables that must be controlled in this experiment, other than those already given.
3.1Identify the anomalous result from the study.
3.2Suggest how the anomalous result may have arisen.
4.Explain how natural selection can lead to antibiotic resistance in bacteria.
5.The researchers suggested that vancomycin could be used more extensively to treat bacterial infections. Discuss to what extent you agree with this.