Which metabolic strategy's existence suggests rapid growth is NOT always the best strategy to survive in the environment?
A) anaerobic fermentation
B) disproportionation
C) methylotrophy
D) syntrophy

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Syntrophy is a metabolic strategy where organisms cooperate to degrade compounds that neither can degrade alone, often under energy-limited conditions. This strategy suggests that cooperation and efficient use of resources, rather than rapid growth, can be crucial for survival in certain environments.

Which Metabolic Strategy's Existence Suggests Rapid Growth Is NOT Always