An interaction that benefits both participants is called a:
A)mutualism.
B)predation.
C)parasitism.
D)niche overlap.
E)commensalism.

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Mutualism is a type of interaction where both participants benefit from the relationship. Predation is where one participant benefits (the predator) and the other is harmed (the prey). Parasitism is where one organism benefits (the parasite) and the other is harmed (the host). Niche overlap is where two species have similar ecological roles and compete for resources. Commensalism is where one organism benefits and the other is neither harmed nor helped. Only mutualism fits the description of benefiting both participants.

An Interaction That Benefits Both Participants Is Called A