Question

choose the correct answer. which of these factors would cause an increase in a prey population? an increase in prey diseases a decrease in predators poor climate a lack of precipitation

Explanation:

• An increase in prey diseases would harm the prey population, reducing it.
• Poor climate can negatively impact the prey's habitat, food availability, etc., decreasing the population.
• A lack of precipitation can lead to water scarcity, affect plant growth (if prey is herbivorous), and thus reduce the prey population.
• A decrease in predators means fewer individuals hunting the prey. With less predation pressure, more prey can survive and reproduce, leading to an increase in the prey population.

Answer:

a decrease in predators