Relationships Among Organisms Quick Check

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Fleas and dogs have a parasite/host relationship. What happens to the fleas in a home when another dog is brought into the home?(1 point)
Responses

The flea population decreases because fleas are not be able to live on all dogs.
The flea population decreases because fleas are not be able to live on all dogs.

The flea population increases because there are more dogs to live on.
The flea population increases because there are more dogs to live on.

The flea population increases because the relationship is mutually beneficial.
The flea population increases because the relationship is mutually beneficial.

The flea population decreases because the fleas harm the dogs they live on.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

The flea population increases because there are more dogs to live on.

This is because fleas can reproduce quickly, and with additional hosts available (more dogs), they have an increased opportunity to thrive and multiply.