Which statement about trophic levels is NOT true?
a. Plants are autotrophs and occupy the first trophic level.
b. Detritivores consume waste products or dead bodies.
c. Biomass and energy increase going up the food chain.
d. There are typically fewer predators than prey in an area.
Answer: C
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