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Which of the following is regarded as a broad-spectrum antibiotic?

1. Streptomycin
2. Ampicillin
3. Chloramphenicol
4. Penicillin

Correct answer: Chloramphenicol

Solution

Chloramphenicol is the standard NCERT example of a broad-spectrum antibiotic, effective against a wide range of bacteria.

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