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What is true of Quinupristin-Dalfopristin:
A. It is a synergistic combination of two similar
antibiotics
B. It acts by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis
C. It is active against most resistant coccal
infections
D. All of the above are correct
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D. All of the above are correct
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