Question - 3 aureus (MRSA)? a. S. aureus is resistant to methicillin; MRSA is not resistant to methicillin. b. S. aureus is not resistant to methicillin; MRSA is resistant to methicillin. Two truths and a lie Identify the lie: a. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus may be present on our skin without causing infections. b. MRSA can cause serious infections if it gets into the body. c. MRSA can only be acquired in the hospital settings..