In the example of the giant kelp forests on the Pacific coast, a rise in the otter population would have what effect on the kelp populations?

A. Kelp populations would decrease due to
increased predation by otters.
B. Kelp populations would increase due to an
increase in sea urchins.
C. Kelp populations would decrease due to
an increase in sea urchins.
D. Kelp populations would increase due to a
decrease in sea urchins.
E. Kelp populations would be totally
unaffected by the otter population.


D

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