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Mutualism is ____
A
When everyone agrees with each other
B
Organisms that attack each other
C
A relationship where both organisms benefit
D
Where one organism benefits and the other is not affected
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Mutualism is a type of interaction in which both the organisms involved benefit from each other. For example a bee and a pollinating flower. The bee gains nectar from the flower for survival, and in turn helps the plant propagate by carrying its pollen to other flowers. Hence, mutualism is a beneficial interaction.

Detailed explanation-2: -They come in a variety of forms, such as parasitism (where one species benefits and the other is harmed) and commensalism (where one species benefits and the other is neither harmed nor helped). Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where all species involved benefit from their interactions.

Detailed explanation-3: -In a mutualistic relationship, both species benefit.

Detailed explanation-4: -Organisms live in mutualistic relationships for a number of important reasons, including a need for shelter, protection, and nutrition, as well as for reproductive purposes.

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