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Why did the elk population become a problem in Yellowstone?

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Elk were introduced to limit tree growth.


There were not enough elk to support local hunters.


Elk were on the endangered species list and could not be killed.


The elk population was destructive because there were no predators.

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Answer:

The elk population was destructive because there were no predators

Step-by-step explanation:

There was a decrease in hunters so the amount of elk grew.

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Answer:

The elk population was destructive because there were no predators.

Step-by-step explanation:

There was a decline in wolves.