Which Statement Best Describes the Evolutionary Significance of Mutualism

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the evolutionary significance of mutualism?

• A) Mutualism offers more biodiversity to a community.
• B) Individuals partaking in a mutualistic relationship are more resistant to parasites.
• C) Interaction increases the survival and reproductive rates of mutualistic species.
• D) Mutualistic interaction lessens competition in communities where it is present.
• E) Mutualistic relationships allow organisms to synthesize and use energy more efficiently.

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