Which of the following statements regarding species interdependence are true?
$I.$ An association of two species where one is benefited and the other remains unaffected is called mutualism.
$II.$ An interspecific association where both partners derive benefit from each other is called commensalism.
$III.$ $A$ direct food relation between two species of animals in which one animal kills and feeds on another is referred to as predation.
$IV.$ $A$ relationship between two species of organisms where both partners are benefited from each other is called symbiosis.

  • A
    $I$ and $II$ only
  • B
    $III$ and $IV$ only
  • C
    $I$ and $III$ only
  • D
    $II$ and $III$ only

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