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What ecological principle underlies biological control of pest insects?
APredators limit prey numbers
BParasites help their hosts
CMutualism boosts pest numbers
DPests lack any competition
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Predators limit prey numbers
Biological control relies on the ability of predators to keep prey populations in check.
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