Question

which statements accurately describe parasite - host relationships? check all that apply. parasites can live in or on their hosts. parasites benefit from their hosts. parasites are harmed by their hosts. parasites usually kill their hosts. hosts benefit from parasites. hosts are harmed by parasites.

Explanation:

Parasites can be endoparasites (living in hosts) or ectoparasites (living on hosts). They gain nutrients and other resources from hosts, benefiting themselves while harming the hosts. Usually, parasites do not immediately kill hosts as it is not in their long - term interest to do so. Hosts do not benefit from parasites.

Answer:

Parasites can live in or on their hosts.
Parasites benefit from their hosts.
Hosts are harmed by parasites.