Which of the following is the primary mechanism of action of beta-lactam antibiotics? Select one: a. Inhibition of folate metabolism Ob. Inhibition of RNA synthesis Oc. Inhibition of peptidoglycan cross-linking Od. Inhibition of protein synthesis
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