13. Advanced Modeling Topics
Predator-prey Models — Quiz
Test your understanding of predator-prey models with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
In a predator-prey model, which population is being hunted?
Question 2
What does a negative interaction term like $-aPR$ in the prey equation usually represent?
Question 3
If the predator population is $0$, what does the basic prey equation $dP/dt = rP$ predict for the prey population?
Question 4
What kind of long-term behavior is often seen in predator-prey systems?
Question 5
Why are the equations in a predator-prey model called a coupled system?