Which of the following statements about antibiotics is correct?
A) They are effective against viruses.
B) They are produced by living organisms.
C) Many new antibiotics are produced each year.
D) All bacterial infections can be effectively treated with antibiotics.

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Antibiotics are produced by living organisms such as bacteria and fungi. They are not effective against viruses (A). While new antibiotics are developed each year, the rate of development has slowed down (C). Not all bacterial infections can be effectively treated with antibiotics as some bacteria have become resistant to them (D).

Which of the Following Statements About Antibiotics Is Correct