Extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) confer resistance to:
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Correct answer: Penicillins and cephalosporins
ESBLs hydrolyze a wide range of beta-lactam antibiotics, including penicillins and third-generation cephalosporins. They are commonly found in Gram-negative bacteria.
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