(1) How did u measure the zone of inhibition (2) Which unit of measurement was used (3) For two organisms,choose two antimicrobial and explain whether the organism was susceptible, intermediate or resistant. Please make the answer as short as possible .Thanks

(1) How did u measure the zone of inhibition (2) Which unit of measurement was used (3) For two organisms,choose two antimicrobial and explain whether the organism was susceptible, intermediate or resistant. Please make the answer as short as possible .Thanks

Curren'S Math For Meds: Dosages & Sol

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Please make the answer as short as possible .Thanks

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