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Diauxic pattern of biomass growth is associated with
P. Multiple lag phases.
Q. Sequential utilization of multiple substrates.
R. Simultaneous utilization of multiple substrates.
S. Absence of lag phase.

A. P, R

B. P, Q

C. R, S

D. Q, S

Answer: Option B

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