Generally, We Would Expect a K-Strategist, Such as a Whale

question 108

Multiple Choice

Generally, we would expect a K-strategist, such as a whale, to be associated with all of these factors except

• A) iteroparity.
• B) a long life span.
• C) a predictable environment.
• D) large numbers of offspring.
• E) density-dependent mortality.

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