For an Ecological Interaction to Be a Mutualism, the Net

Question

For an ecological interaction to be a mutualism, the net benefits must
A) exceed the net costs for both partners.
B) exceed the net costs for one, but not necessarily the other, partner.
C) be less than the net costs for both partners.
D) be less than the net costs for one, but not necessarily the other, partner.

Accepted Answer

In mutualism, both partners benefit from the interaction, meaning the benefits must outweigh the costs for both parties involved.