Which of the following interactions would be considered predation?

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Predation involves one organism (the predator) killing and consuming another organism (the prey). In this case, the "+ -" interaction indicates that one organism is benefiting (the predator) while the other is being negatively affected (the prey), which is the definition of predation. Choices B, C, and D do not involve predation. Choice B (+ 0) refers to a commensalism relationship where one organism benefits while the other is unaffected. Choice C (- -) refers to competition where both organisms are negatively affected due to a limited resource. Choice D (- 0) refers to amensalism where one organism is negatively affected while the other is unaffected.

Which of the Following Interactions Would Be Considered Predation