Which of the following is more likely to cause fatal septicemias?

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Gram-negative bacteria are more likely to cause fatal septicemias because they have endotoxins in their cell walls that are released when they die and can trigger a strong immune response, leading to sepsis and potentially death. Gram-positive bacteria do not have endotoxins in their cell walls. Negative stained bacteria and acid-fast stained bacteria are not relevant in this context.

Which of the Following Is More Likely to Cause Fatal