The Figure Shows the Change in Population Size of Paramecium

question 42

Multiple Choice

The figure shows the change in population size of Paramecium from Gause's experiment, raised in either high-food or low-food conditions. Based on this figure, how was the logistic growth model for Paramecium changed by adding food?

• A) High food increased r.
• B) High food decreased r.
• C) High food increased K.
• D) High food decreased K.

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