Which of the following statements is TRUE?

A) both members are harmed in a symbiotic relationship
B) Members of a symbiotic relationship cannot live without each other
C) A parasite is not in symbiosis with its host
D) Symbiosis always refers to different organisms living together and benefitting from each other
E) At least one member must benefit in a symbiotic relationship


Ans: E) At least one member must benefit in a symbiotic relationship

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