HOTS Science Primary 6 Interactions

In a specific habitat, the population of predator P increases significantly. Over time, the population of producer Q also increases. Which of the following best explains this?

A P eats Q directly.
B Predator P provides nutrients to Q.
C P eats a consumer that eats Q.
D Q has adapted to survive predation by P.
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Step 1: P is a predator; Q is a producer. Step [2-9]: If P increases and Q increases, P must be eating the animal that normally eats Q. Step [2-9]: This reduces predation on Q, allowing Q to flourish.

Correct answer: P eats a consumer that eats Q.

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