Removal of a Predator from an Ecosystem May Do All

question 56

Multiple Choice

Removal of a predator from an ecosystem may do all of the following,EXCEPT

• A) affect prey populations.
• B) allow prey populations to remain above carrying capacity.
• C) alter the vegetation of an ecosystem.
• D) affect the ecosystem balance.
• E) have unintended negative results.

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Definitions:

Divestment Rituals

Practices related to getting rid of possessions, symbolizing a transition in life status or shedding of an old identity.

Underground Reinvestments

Investments in non-traditional, often hidden, sectors of the economy or in illicit activities for profit.

Lateral Cycling

The process by which goods or services are reused or shared among individuals without entering the commercial market again, promoting sustainability.

Economic Downturn

A period of declining economic performance across a significant portion of the economy, often leading to decreases in spending, investment, and employment.