A disk-diffusion test using E. coli gave the following results: Disinfectant Zone of inhibition (diameter in mm) A 15 B 2.0 C 10 D 5 In the table above, which compound was the most effective against E. coli? A) A B) B C) C D) D E) The answer cannot be determined based on the information provided.

A disk-diffusion test using E. coli gave the following results: Disinfectant Zone of inhibition (diameter in mm) A 15 B 2.0 C 10 D 5 In the table above, which compound was the most effective against E. coli? A) A B) B C) C D) D E) The answer cannot be determined based on the information provided.

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A disk-diffusion test using E. coli gave the following results:

Disinfectant Zone of inhibition (diameter in mm)

A 15

B 2.0

C 10

D 5

In the table above, which compound was the most effective against E. coli?

		A) A
		B) B
		C) C
		D) D
		E) The answer cannot be determined based on the information provided.

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