A Population's Carrying Capacity

question 33

Multiple Choice

A population's carrying capacity

• A) may change as environmental conditions change.
• B) can be accurately calculated using the logistic growth model.
• C) generally remains constant over time.
• D) increases as the per capita growth rate (r) decreases.
• E) can never be exceeded.

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Definitions:

Incentive

An object, person, or situation perceived as capable of satisfying a need or as desirable for its own sake.

Drive

A condition of arousal in an organism that is associated with a need.

Need

A state of deprivation.

Desire

A strong feeling of wanting or wishing for something to happen or be obtained.