Which starter culture types among the following are usually resistant to bacteriophage attack?
(A). Single strain starters
(B). Multipile strain starters
(C). Mixed strain starters
(D). Artisanal Starters
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Bacteriophage resistance is driven by genetic diversity. Defined single-strain starters are highly vulnerable, whereas diverse mixed or multiple-strain cultures are robust against phage attacks.