Question

select all the statements about this population that are supported by the graph. the population size over time demonstrated logistic growth. the population size eventually fluctuated around the estimated carrying capacity. the population growth matched the logistic growth model perfectly. for a period of time, the population size exceeded the estimated carrying capacity.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze Logistic Growth

Logistic growth has a sigmoid curve (fast growth then saturation). The graph’s curve (blue) shows initial fast growth, then leveling, so logistic growth is supported.

Step2: Check Carrying Capacity Fluctuation

After reaching ~450,000, data points (red) fluctuate around this level, so this statement is supported.

Step3: Evaluate Perfect Match

The red data points don’t lie exactly on the blue curve (e.g., day 8, 12, etc. have deviations), so “perfectly” is incorrect.

Step4: Check Exceeding Carrying Capacity

Some red points (e.g., day 8) are above 450,000, so population exceeded carrying capacity temporarily.

Answer:

• The population size over time demonstrated logistic growth.
• The population size eventually fluctuated around the estimated carrying capacity.
• For a period of time, the population size exceeded the estimated carrying capacity.