In leaf cutter ant colonies, the ants clip leaves to feed a fungus garden and then the ants feed on the fungus. Is this a mutualistic relationship?

A. Yes, the ants and the fungus are engaged in a mutually beneficial symbiotic relationship.
B. No, the ants are leaf parasites but have no relationship with the fungus.
C. No, the ants are parasites on both the leaves and fungus.
D. Yes, the ants and the trees are in a mutualistic relationship.


Answer: A

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