Microbiology All of the following statements are true regarding Staphylococci except – A A majority of infections caused by coagulase-negative Staphylococci are due to Staphylococcus epidermidis B β-lactamase production in Staphylococci is under plasmid control C Expression of methicillin resistance in Staphylococcus aureus increases when it is incubated at 37°C on blood agar. D Methicillin resistance in Staphylococcus aureus is independent of β-lactamase production 💡 Explanation All of the following statements are true regarding Staphylococci except - ✓ Correct Answer: C. Expression of methicillin resistance in Staphylococcus aureus increases when it is incubated at 37°C on blood agar.