Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Entry Exam
Which of the following statements about antibiotics is not true?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Antibiotics are medications used to treat bacterial infections by either killing the bacteria or inhibiting their growth. Options A and B correctly describe the mechanisms of action of antibiotics, making them true statements. Option C is incorrect as antibiotics are meant to reduce bacterial growth, not cause more bacteria to grow. Option D is also true as antibiotics specifically target bacterial infections and do not work on viruses or other pathogens.