Question

A hypothetical population of herbivorous rodents lives in a meadow where grasses, seeds, shrubs, and fruits are plentiful. Which statement expresses the natural fluctuation in the rodent population expected in this meadow? Choose ALL that apply.

A The rodent population will increase in the spring when grasses and seeds are plentiful.The rodent population will increase in the spring when grasses and seeds are plentiful.
B The rodent population will decrease in the winter when producers in the ecosystem to less photosynthesis.The rodent population will decrease in the winter when producers in the ecosystem to less photosynthesis.
C The rodent population will increase when their natural predators are hunted by humans in the meadow community.The rodent population will increase when their natural predators are hunted by humans in the meadow community.
D The rodent population will increase exponentially throughout the year and year after year as they have many offspring each season.The rodent population will increase exponentially throughout the year and year after year as they have many offspring each season.
E The rodent population will increase in response to a human development of the area that converts the meadow into a ball field that removes much of the shrubs and grasses.

Answer 1

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A The rodent population will increase in the spring when grasses and seeds are plentiful.

B The rodent population will decrease in the winter when producers in the ecosystem to less photosynthesis.
E The rodent population will increase in response to human development of the area that converts the meadow into a ball field that removes much of the shrubs and grasses.