Question

Which of the following will occur soon after a population of prey increases slightly in size?

A) Predator population will remain the same.
B) Predator population will decrease greatly.
C) Predator population will decrease slightly.
D) Predator population will increase greatly.
E) Predator population will increase slightly.

Answer 1

It is E. because the predators will have slightly more meals with their prey slightly increasing population.

Answer 2

Answer: Option E

Step-by-step explanation:

The role of nature is that predators eat prey. They serve as food for the predators. If there is a increase in the size of the prey population then there will be increase in the size of predators.

Example: The lions feed on the rabbit for the its energy needs. If the size of rabbits will increase then the there will be a slight increase in the population of the lions as there will be a proper supply of food for them.

hence, the correct answer is option E