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VARVARA [1.3K]
3 years ago
9

Suppose a predator species became extinct over a short period of time. Which of the following would most likely happen to that p

redator’s prey species in the short term?
a.
They will increase in numbers.
b.
Their numbers will decrease significantly.
c.
They will become extinct as well.
d.
There will be no change in the prey species.
Biology
1 answer:
777dan777 [17]3 years ago
5 0

Answer:

A.

Explanation:

Predators hunt prey. (Obviously). As such, they help control the population of that particular prey-species. If the predator species is removed from the equation, 2 times are changed. Long term & short term. Long term includes lower populations due to lack of resources. Short term includes overpopulation due to lack of threat.

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