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Question: Residential construction is expanding in Florida. The expansion has caused fragmentation of habitats. One of the results of the increased construction is a decrease in the number of large predators such as the coyote, black bear, and panther. Which will be the most immediate local result of this fragmentation?

Choices:
A) decrease in middle-sized predators
B) large predators will become extinct
C) increase in population of prey species
D) increase in population of top carnivores
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The correct answer is 2: increase in population of prey species.