What would happen if a major predator was removed from the food web?
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The population of prey would fluctuate.
The population of prey would fluctuate.
The population of prey would stay the same.
The population of prey would stay the same.
The population of prey would decrease.
The population of prey would decrease.
The population of prey would increase.
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If a major predator was removed from the food web, the most likely consequence would be that the population of prey would increase.
Without predators to keep their numbers in check, prey species may experience a population explosion due to reduced mortality. This can lead to overgrazing or overpopulation, which may eventually strain resources and lead to further ecological imbalances.
