The following are pathways of energy in the biosphere:

I. Heat energy is lost from body metabolism to the surrounding air
II. Energy passes to decomposers and parasites
III. Energy is transferred to the next higher level in a food chain
IV. Energy is also passed by conduction to clothing and other objects

Use the information to answer the question below.
 

Which pathway directly leads to transfer of useful energy within a biological community?

A.

I only

B.

 II and III only

C.

I and III only

D.

I and II only

E.

IV only

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.