In a predator–prey population cycle, what sequence best describes what happens when prey numbers rise?

In a predator–prey population cycle, what sequence best describes what happens when prey numbers rise?

• A. Predator population remains constant regardless of prey changes.
• B. An increase in prey increases resources for predators, predator population increases, prey decreases, predator decreases, cycle repeats.
• C. Predators always drive prey to extinction.
• D. Prey and predator populations rise and fall independently.

Answer: (B)