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Published on: August 12, 2026
Which of the following examples correctly illustrates parasitism?
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B
The Cuscuta plant, which derives its nutrition from the host hedge plant, is an example of parasitism where the host is harmed while the parasite benefits. All other options are examples of predation.
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