Rhinoviruses
A)are sensitive to penicillin.
B)are capable of causing infection only in an immunosuppressed individual.
C)cause the common cold.
D)are gram-positive.

Question

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Rhinoviruses are one of the major causes of the common cold, which is a mild respiratory illness that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs.

Option A is incorrect because rhinoviruses are not bacteria and therefore, are not affected by penicillin, which is an antibiotic that works against certain types of bacteria.

Option B is incorrect because rhinoviruses can cause infection in anyone, regardless of their immune status.

Option D is incorrect because rhinoviruses are not bacteria and do not have a Gram classification.