Density-Dependent Factors are More Likely to Limit Population Growth When

Question

Density-dependent factors are more likely to limit population growth when
A) there are more individuals living in the same amount of space.
B) the population moves into a larger habitat.
C) food is abundant.
D) weather conditions become milder.

Accepted Answer

Density-dependent factors, such as competition for resources and increased spread of diseases, become more influential as population density increases. Therefore, when there are more individuals living in the same amount of space (option A), the likelihood of density-dependent factors limiting population growth also increases. The other options do not necessarily indicate a significant change in population density or density-dependent factors.