Question

choose the correct answer.
a relationship between two organisms in which both organisms benefit from the relationship is known as what type of a relationship?
options: parasitism, mutualism

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze the definitions:

• Parasitism: One organism benefits (parasite), the other is harmed (host).
• Mutualism: Both organisms involved in the relationship gain benefits.

The question describes a relationship where both organisms benefit, so it matches mutualism.

Answer:

Mutualism