Question

a symbiotic relationship in which both participants benefit is termed ...
○ mutualparasitism
○ parasitism
○ mutualism
○ mutual of omaha
○ commensalism

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• "Mutualparasitism" is not a standard ecological term.
• "Parasitism" is a symbiotic relationship where one benefits and the other is harmed.
• "Mutualism" is defined as a symbiotic relationship where both organisms involved benefit.
• "Mutual of Omaha" is an insurance company, not related to symbiosis.
• "Commensalism" is a symbiotic relationship where one benefits and the other is neither helped nor harmed.

So the correct term for a symbiotic relationship with mutual benefit is mutualism.

Answer:

C. Mutualism