- The statement I states that "The predator will become extinct for lack of food" is generally true. Predators rely on their prey as a food source, and if the prey population declines significantly or becomes extinct, the predator population can be adversely affected due to the lack of food, potentially leading to a decline in the predator population. However, this might not necessarily result in the predator becoming extinct; it can lead to a decrease in predator numbers or force them to adapt by switching to other available prey species or altering their behavior.
- The statement II states "If a predator is too efficient and overexploits its prey, then the prey might become extinct" is also generally true. Overexploitation by predators can lead to a decline or extinction of prey populations, disrupting the predator-prey balance. However, this reason specifically addresses the impact of predator efficiency on prey populations, rather than directly explaining why a predator might become extinct due to lack of food.
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