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____is an example for a parasite.

A

Tiger

B

Cuscuta

C

Fungus

D

Pitcher plant

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for an example of a parasite. A parasite is an organism that lives on or in a host organism and gets its food at the expense of its host. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: We have four options to consider: - A) Tiger - B) Cascata - C) Fungus - D) Pitcher plant 3. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **Tiger**: A tiger is a carnivorous animal that hunts and eats other animals. It is not a parasite because it does not live on or in another organism to obtain its food. - **Cascata**: This is a type of parasitic plant. It attaches itself to a host plant and derives nutrients from it, making it a true example of a parasite. - **Fungus**: Fungi typically decompose dead organic matter (saprophytes) and do not derive their nutrients from living hosts, so it is not classified as a parasite. - **Pitcher Plant**: This plant captures and digests insects for nutrients, but it is not a parasite since it does not rely on a living host for its sustenance. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the only organism from the options that qualifies as a parasite is **Cascata**. 5. **Final Answer**: The correct answer is **Cascata**. ---

**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for an example of a parasite. A parasite is an organism that lives on or in a host organism and gets its food at the expense of its host. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: We have four options to consider: - A) Tiger - B) Cascata - C) Fungus ...
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