Bacteria that have evolved the ability to produce ?-lactamase have become resistant to penicillin because all forms of penicillin contain this ring structure.

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This is correct because ?-lactamase breaks down the ring structure found in penicillin, rendering it ineffective against bacteria that produce this enzyme. Therefore, bacteria that have evolved the ability to produce ?-lactamase are resistant to penicillin.

Bacteria That Have Evolved the Ability to Produce ?-Lactamase Have