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QuizMultiple Choice

Interactions among Living Things

Question 4 • Science 7 B (M12 25/26 S2)

Which statement best compares competition, cooperation, and predation between two organisms?

Answer
A
Cooperation is a positive interaction between the two organisms, and predation and competition result in a negative interaction for at least one organism.
B
Cooperation and competition are positive interactions between the two organisms, and predation results in a negative interaction for at least one organism.
C
Cooperation and predation are negative interactions between the two organisms, and competition results in a positive interaction for at least one organism.
D
Cooperation results in a negative interaction for at least one organism, and competition and predation are positive interactions between the two organisms.

Explanation

Cooperation benefits both organisms, so it is a positive interaction. Competition harms at least one organism because they are vying for the same limited resources, while predation benefits the predator but harms its prey. Therefore, the best choice is “Cooperation is a positive interaction between the two organisms, and predation and competition result in a negative interaction for at least one organism.”

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