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ALMultiple Choice

Trophic Levels and Food Webs

Question 4 • 5120VA Environmental Science Sem A

If a disease strikes the snake population in the food chain shown, what will be the initial effect on the populations of hawks and rabbits?

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Answer
A
The populations of hawks and rabbits will decrease.
B
The populations of hawks and rabbits will increase.
C
The population of hawks will increase. The population of rabbits will decrease.
D
The population of hawks will decrease. The population of rabbits will increase.