Question

question 4
which of the following correctly matches the trophic level with its diet?
○ a. primary consumers – feed on carnivores
● b. secondary consumers – feed on herbivores
○ c. tertiary consumers – feed only on plants
○ d. producers – feed on other organisms

Explanation:

• Option a: Primary consumers are herbivores that feed on producers (plants), not carnivores. So a is incorrect.
• Option b: Secondary consumers are carnivores or omnivores that feed on primary consumers (herbivores). This is correct.
• Option c: Tertiary consumers are top predators that feed on other consumers (usually secondary consumers), not only plants. So c is incorrect.
• Option d: Producers (like plants) make their own food via photosynthesis, they don't feed on other organisms. So d is incorrect.

Answer:

b. Secondary consumers – feed on herbivores