Which of the Following Is Correct When Describing a Predator-Prey

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct when describing a predator-prey cycle?

• A) A decline in the numbers of predators causes a decline in the number of prey.
• B) A decline in the numbers of prey causes a decline in the number of predators.
• C) An increase in the number of predators triggers an increase in the number of prey.
• D) An up-and-down cycle will be seen for the prey animal.
• E) A seasonal die-off that will occur without the other species present.

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