Which of the following activities can be shown to increase resistance among microbial populations?

developing second - and third-generation versions of antimicrobial drugs

taking an antimicrobial drug for the entire prescribed time

taking antibacterial drugs for viral infections

taking a combination of antimicrobial drugs

Taking antibacterial drugs for viral infections

Explanation

This is called a misuse of antibacterials also popular known as antibiotics. This results in an increased chance of bacteria developing mutations against the antibacterial hence rendering the drugs ineffective in treatment. They also form the risk of causing dangerous mutations that turn harmless bacteria into harmful bacteria.