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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