Question

Owls and mice have a predator relationship. Owls are the predators, and mice are the prey.

What happens to the mouse population when there is a decrease in the owl population?

It increases because fewer mice are eaten by owls

It increases because there is more food available for mice

It decreases because mice would not be eaten as owl food

It decreases became there is less food available for mice

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

**It increases because fewer mice are eaten by owls.**

When the population of owls decreases, there are fewer predators to hunt and eat mice. As a result, the mouse population is likely to increase due to reduced predation.