Predator/prey interactions regulate the populations of both groups. Which chain of events follows from an increase in predators? (1 point)

Question

• decrease in prey → increase in predators → decrease in prey
• increase in prey - increase in predators → decrease in prey
O increase in prey - decrease in predators → decrease in prey
• decrease in prey → decrease in predators → increase in prey

Answer 1

The correct chain of events that follows from an increase in predators is:

decrease in prey → increase in predators → decrease in prey

This sequence reflects the idea that as predators increase, they consume more prey, leading to a decrease in the prey population. Consequently, when the prey population decreases, it can lead to a decrease in the predator population over time due to a lack of food resources.