Question

question 32
the primary advantage of genotypic analysis for identification is that______.
a it is widely available
b it is less expensive than other methods
c it is easier than any other method
d culturing of the organism is not required

Explanation:

Genotypic analysis (e.g., PCR, DNA sequencing) identifies organisms by their genetic material. Unlike phenotypic methods, it does not require growing the organism in culture—critical for fastidious or non-culturable microbes. Options A, B, and C are incorrect: genotypic methods may not be universally available, can be costly, and often require specialized skills/equipment.

Answer:

D. culturing of the organism is not required