Standard Science Primary 6 Interactions

Based on the food web below, which of the following statements is true if the population of Organism X decreases?

A There will be no effect on the ecosystem.
B The population of producers will decrease.
C The population of its predators will decrease.
D The population of its prey will decrease.
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Step 1: Identify Organism X's role. Predators rely on X for food. Step [2-9]: If X decreases, predators have less food. Step [2-9]: Predator population decreases due to starvation or migration.

Correct answer: The population of its predators will decrease.

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