Why is clavulanic acid combined with amoxicillin during treatment?

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To lower the chance of allergic reactionsTo increase the duration of amoxicillin's presence in the bodyTo lessen the intensity of diarrhea caused by the medicationTo broaden the range of bacteria that amoxicillin can target

Explanation

Option A is correct because clavulanic acid is added to amoxicillin primarily to decrease the likelihood of allergic responses. The other options do not accurately describe the role of clavulanic acid in this combination.