Question

The direct pathway for the flow of energy to bass is shown by

• A. Algae$\to$ minnows $\to$ frogs $\to$ bass
• B. Algae$\to$ bass
• C. Algae $\to$ frogs $\to$ sunfish $\to$ bass
• D. Minnows $\to$ frogs $\to$ bass
• E. Bass $\to$ frogs $\to$ minnows $\to$ algae

Answer 1

The correct option is A Algae$\to$ minnows $\to$ frogs $\to$ bass

Algae is a primary producer in given food web. Minnows are primary consumers and feed on algae. Frogs serve as secondary consumers and feed on minnows while bass feed on frogs. Thus, the correct answer is A.