Question

choose the correct answer.
analyzing the graph, which of the following is true?
the hare and lynx population do not have a similar pattern.
the lynx has gone extinct but the hare has not gone extinct.
the lynx population peaks shortly after the hares peaks.
the hare population did not change throughout the years.

Explanation:

Looking at the graph, we can observe the following:

• The patterns of the hare and lynx populations are similar. They both have peaks and troughs over time, so the first option is incorrect.
• Both populations are still present as their numbers fluctuate but do not reach zero (which would indicate extinction), so the second option is incorrect.
• The hare population peaks first, and then shortly after, the lynx population peaks. This is a common predator - prey relationship pattern.
• The hare population clearly changes over the years as its line on the graph goes up and down, so the fourth option is incorrect.

Answer:

The lynx population peaks shortly after the hare's peaks.