Which shapes are common and how are they described in Gram stain results?

Which shapes are common and how are they described in Gram stain results?

• A. Spirilla (spiral) shapes are the only shapes seen in Gram stains.
• B. Cocci and bacilli are the primary shapes described in Gram stain results.
• C. Bacilli are spherical.
• D. Cocci (spherical), bacilli (rods); shapes influence interpretation of Gram stain results.

Answer: (D)