Which Statement Is NOT Generally Characteristic of Parasites

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT generally characteristic of parasites?  

• A) They are specialists and usually are able to affect only one variety of hosts.
• B) They inflict serious injury and kill their hosts immediately.
• C) Their presence can weaken a host and make it more vulnerable to predation.
• D) Their presence can reduce reproductive fitness.
• E) Plants as well as animals can be parasites.

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Definitions:

Sexual Orientation

A person's emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to others, typically categorized by the gender(s) to which they are attracted.

Conceptually Independent

Describes the state of being free from influence or control by another concept, idea, or factor.

Heteronormativity

The belief or assumption that heterosexual relationships are the norm or default sexual orientation, which can marginalize and exclude non-heterosexual behaviors and identities.

Gender Neutral

Not specific to any gender; inclusive of all genders or not categorized by gender at all.