Question

in a predator - prey cycle, which of the following is most likely to happen to the prey population when the predator population decreases?
a the prey population will increase.
b the prey population will decrease.
c the prey population will remain stable.
d the prey population will become extinct.

Explanation:

In a predator - prey relationship, predators rely on prey for food. When the predator population decreases, there is less predation pressure on the prey. With fewer predators hunting them, more prey are likely to survive and reproduce. This leads to an increase in the prey population.

Answer:

A. The prey population will increase.