A species that is involved in a facultative mutualism with another:
A)can utilize a variety of different resources.
B)is reliant on the relationship for survival.
C)will most likely coevolve with the other species.
D)should quickly develop adaptations in direct response to the other species.
E)can only interact with that particular species.

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Facultative mutualism means that the species can survive and function without the mutualistic relationship, but still benefit from it. This suggests that they are able to utilize a variety of different resources, and are not entirely reliant on the other species for survival. Coevolution and rapid adaptations may still occur, but these are not guaranteed.

A Species That Is Involved in a Facultative Mutualism with Another