Question

which symbiotic interaction involves one animal killing and eating another? predation commensalism mutualism competition

Explanation:

To determine the correct symbiotic interaction:

• Predation is defined as an interaction where one organism (predator) kills and eats another (prey).
• Commensalism is a relationship where one organism benefits and the other is unaffected.
• Mutualism is a relationship where both organisms benefit.
• Competition is a relationship where organisms compete for resources.

Among these, predation matches the description of one animal killing and eating another.

Answer:

A. predation