Clinical classification of bacteria uses these features to develop a dichotomous key for rapid identification of a pathogenic bacterium: ________. (Select all that apply)

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A, B, and C are commonly used features in clinical classification of bacteria. Cell shape and arrangement, gram staining and acid fast staining reactions, and oxygen utilization are critical for identifying and classifying bacteria in a clinical setting. Methane production (D) is not typically used for rapid identification of pathogenic bacteria in clinical diagnostics.

Clinical Classification of Bacteria Uses These Features to Develop a Dichotomous