Why Do We Distinguish Between Inter- and Intraspecific Mutualism

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why do we distinguish between inter- and intraspecific mutualism?

• A) This distinction is for historical reasons only.
• B) Mutualistic partners in the same species are part of the same gene pool, but this is not the case for intraspecific mutualisms.
• C) The mutualistic partners do not benefit equally in interspecific mutualism.
• D) Only intraspecific mutualism gives the opportunity for cheating.

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