Common commercial benefits of microorganisms include synthesis of
A) insulin.
B) aspirin.
C) antibiotics.
D) antibiotics and aspirin.
E) antibiotics and insulin.

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Microorganisms are used in the production of antibiotics and insulin through recombinant DNA technology. While aspirin is not directly synthesized by microorganisms, some strains of bacteria can produce a chemical precursor that can be used in the manufacture of aspirin. However, the production of aspirin still relies mainly on chemical synthesis methods. Therefore, the best choice is E, antibiotics and insulin.

Common Commercial Benefits of Microorganisms Include Synthesis of