Which mechanism is responsible for resistance to macrolides in many bacteria?
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Correct answer: Methylation of 23S rRNA
Methylation of the 23S rRNA in the 50S ribosomal subunit reduces binding of macrolides. This modification prevents effective inhibition of protein synthesis.
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