Which of the Following Would Likely Occur as a Population

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would likely occur as a population reaches carrying capacity?

• A) Density-independent deaths would increase.
• B) Density-dependent deaths would increase.
• C) Use of resources, such as food and space, would decrease.
• D) Birth rates would increase to maintain population size.

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