Which of the following statements regarding coliform bacteria is correct?
A) Coliforms derive from the intestinal tract and therefore indicate fecal contamination.
B) The presence of Klebsiella is a strong indicator of fecal contamination.
C) Coliforms from the human and bovine GI tracts differ, so identifying the specific microbe will indicate the source of contamination.
D) Petri dishes used to enumerate coliforms are best incubated at 45-48°C.
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