Which Statement Is Not True About Parasitism

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement is not true about parasitism?

• A)The host is generally larger than the parasite
• B)Parasites are always severe and usually kill their host
• C)Smaller parasites often live as endoparasites within the body of the host
• D)Ectoparasites are attached to the outside of the host's body
• E)Some parasites and all viruses are obligate parasites and must live inside the host

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