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Question
In predation, ___ losses and in parasitism ___ losses: A. Host, predator B. Prey, predator C. Prey, host D. Host, prey
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
In predation, the organism that is killed and eaten is the prey. In parasitism, the organism that is harmed (but usually not killed immediately) is the host.
Hint
Think about who loses in each interaction: the one eaten vs. the one lived on.