Which of the following is (are) correct in a predator-prey cycle?
A) A decline in the numbers of predators causes a decline in the number of prey.
B) A decline in the numbers of prey causes a decline in the number of predators.
C) An increase in the number of predators triggers an increase in the numbers of prey.
D) All of these are correct, causing an up-and-down cycle for each animal.

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A decline in the number of prey leads to a decline in the number of predators because the predators have less food available, which can lead to starvation or reduced reproduction rates among the predators.

Which of the Following Is (Are) Correct in a Predator-Prey