Question

the relationship between house pets and people would be best described as

parasitic.

mutualistic.

competitive.

predatorial.

Explanation:

• Parasitic relationship: One organism benefits at the expense of the other. House pets don't harm people in this way.
• Mutualistic relationship: Both organisms benefit. People get companionship, stress - relief etc. from pets. Pets get food, shelter and care.
• Competitive relationship: Organisms compete for resources. Not the case here.
• Predatorial relationship: One organism hunts and eats the other. Not applicable.

Answer:

mutualistic.