Question

which two of the following claims would be supported if the elk population had been eliminated instead of the wolves? the elimination of the elk population would have no impact on yellowstone national park’s ecosystem. the wolf population will increase causing a decrease in other land animals within the ecosystem. the land vegetation will grow significantly increasing the vegetation found in the ecosystem. the wolf population will die off due to the lack of food sources found in the park. the wolf population will increase significantly due to the lack of competition for resources.

Explanation:

Elk are a food - source for wolves. If elk are eliminated, wolves would lack food and die off. Also, elk consumption affects vegetation. Without elk, vegetation would likely grow more.

Answer:

C. The land vegetation will grow significantly increasing the vegetation found in the ecosystem.
D. The wolf population will die off due to the lack of food sources found in the park.