As a scientist working for an antibioterrorism task force,you are asked to evaluate some biological samples for presence of Yersinia pestis,the organism that causes plague.After confirming that the samples did,indeed,contain Y.pestis,you instruct your team to begin sequencing the strain.Given that the genome sequence of Y.pestis is already known,why did you instruct your team to sequence this strain?
A)to confirm the original genome sequence and gather possible information on the origin of the strain
B)to establish the course of infection and determine whether the strain has been genetically engineered
C)to gather possible information on the origin of the strain and determine whether the strain has been genetically engineered
D)to establish the SNPs necessary to confirm infection from this strain

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Sequencing the strain can provide information on the origin of the strain, as well as determine whether it has been genetically engineered. Knowing the genome sequence of Y. pestis is important, but sequencing individual strains can reveal differences and potential modifications to the genome that may affect the virulence or response to antibiotics. Determining the origin of the strain can help identify potential sources of infection and track the spread of the bacteria. Additionally, detecting any genetic modifications can help determine if the strain is more dangerous or resistant to existing antibiotics, which can guide treatment options.

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