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Biology Organisms and Populations Population Interactions Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

Intrinsic rate may remain constant or increase in which type of interaction?

A
Parasitism
B
Predation
C
Competition
D
Commensalism

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D

In commensalism, one species benefits while the other is neither harmed nor benefited. Since there is no negative impact on population growth, the intrinsic rate of natural increase (r) of the unaffected species may remain constant or even increase due to better survival conditions.

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