Examine the figure shown.What happened to transform the original MRSA isolate into the small-colony variant?

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The small-colony variant of MRSA is a result of natural selection. This variant has a reduced ability to form colonies, making it less visible to the immune system and allowing it to evade certain treatments. The original MRSA isolate likely had a mixed population of bacteria, and over time the small-colony variant was selected for and became dominant. This is an example of adaptation through natural selection.

Examine the Figure Shown