4. (05.03 MC) Sometimes, distinguishing the type of interaction between species in not straightforward. Remoras are fish that are often found attached to larger animals, such as sharks. The relationship

between remoras and sharks is often described as a commensalism. Although this suggests that sharks do not benefit from this relationship, remoras sometimes consume parasites on their

skin. Which of the statements below best supports

relationship being a commensalism? (3 points)

O

The tact

remoras consume parasites suggests that they provide

a benefit, makinq this a commensal relationship

O

Although remoras consume parasites, sharks with remoras show

no better health or growth than sharks without remoras

) Remoras consume parasites, but sharks depend on parasites to remain healthy.

C

Although remoras consume parasites, they usually consume the flesh of the shark itself and harm it

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