Question

A recent study has shown an increase in the number of predators in an ecosystem. Which of the following is not a possible cause for the growth?
a.
An increase in the land space available
b.
An increase in the population of prey it feeds on
c.
An increase in the biodiversity of the ecosystem
d.
An increase in the number of predators that feed on it


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

D

An increase in predators that feed on the focal predator would tend to reduce its numbers (through increased predation), not cause them to grow.