Question

1. in a predator-prey cycle, what is a reason why the predator population begins to decrease? highlight the correct answer in yellow a. they die of disease c. the prey population decreases b. they run out of predators d. they get old and die

Explanation:

In a predator - prey cycle, predators depend on prey for food. If the prey population decreases, predators have less food, so their population starts to decrease. Option A (disease) and D (old age) are not specific to predator - prey cycle dynamics. Option B is illogical as predators don't run out of predators (they are predators, not prey for themselves in this context).

Answer:

C. The prey population decreases