Which if the following statements is correct with respect to heterotrophic organisms?

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A) Heterotrophic organisms cannot produce their own organic compounds and thus rely on preformed organic compounds for biosynthesis.
B) Organotrophs derive energy from organic compounds, but not necessarily from external sources, so not all organotrophs are heterotrophs.
C) Heterotrophs, including decomposers, consume organic compounds produced by autotrophs or other heterotrophs, making them consumers in ecological terms. Therefore, they are ecologically defined as consumers.
D) The statements A, B, and C are all true, so the correct answer is D.
E) None of the statements are false, so the answer cannot be E.

Which If the Following Statements Is Correct with Respect to Heterotrophic