A Mutualistic Relationship Will Most Likely Lead to Reciprocal Adaptations

question 106

Multiple Choice

A mutualistic relationship will most likely lead to reciprocal adaptations when

• A) the mutualism is asymmetrical.
• B) one partner is an animal and the other is a plant.
• C) both partners are plants.
• D) both partners are animals.
• E) increased benefits are gained by greater dependence on the partner.

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