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Hookworms live inside the intestines of dogs. As the dog eats, the hookworms consume partially digested food. As a result of this nutrient diversion, the dog can become malnourished and weakened. Which BEST describes the relationship between the hookworms and the dog?

a.) a predator-prey relationship
b.) a mutualistic relationship
c.) a producer-consumer relationship
d.) a parasitic relationship

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Answer:

the correct answer is D

a parasitic relationship

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Answer:

a

Step-by-step explanation:

this is because it is sharing in the food that is meant for the organism

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