How Do the Population Curves of Predator and Prey Relate

question 67

Multiple Choice

How do the population curves of predator and prey relate to each other?

• A) A decrease in prey is followed by an increase in predators.
• B) An increase in the prey population is followed by an increase in predators.
• C) An increase in the predator population is followed by an increase in prey.
• D) Both populations level off once carrying capacity is reached.
• E) An increase in the prey population is followed by a decrease in predators.

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