Which Functional Response Curve Shows a Slower Rate of Consumption

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which functional response curve shows a slower rate of consumption of prey at low prey density levels due to the predator learning a search image for the prey?

• A) type I functional response
• B) type II functional response
• C) type III functional response
• D) type IV functional response

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

These are business expenses that remain constant regardless of the level of goods or services produced, such as rent, salaries, and insurance premiums.

Average Variable Cost

The total variable costs divided by the quantity of output produced, representing the variable cost per unit.

Marginal Cost

The additional cost incurred by producing one more unit of a good or service.

Fixed Costs

Costs that do not vary with the level of output or production in the short term, such as rent or salaries.