Question

what best describes the relationship between predator and prey populations in a predator - prey cycle? select two correct answers. a when there is an increase in prey population, predator population will increase in response. b when predator populations grow too large, they will consume too much prey causing prey population to decrease. c when prey populations decrease, predator populations continue to increase.

Explanation:

In a predator - prey cycle, when prey population increases, there is more food for predators, so predator population increases (A). When predator populations grow too large, they over - consume prey, leading to a decrease in prey population (B). When prey populations decrease, there is less food for predators, so predator populations do not continue to increase (C is incorrect).

Answer:

A. When there is an increase in prey population, predator population will increase in response.
B. When predator populations grow too large, they will consume too much prey causing prey population to decrease.