Question

in a stable population pattern, what key factor maintains the populations stability? high rate of offspring mortality resource scarcity environmental disturbances environmental stability

Explanation:

In a stable population pattern, a stable environment (environmental stability) provides consistent conditions for organisms to survive, reproduce, and maintain population numbers. High offspring mortality (A) would likely decrease population, resource scarcity (B) can limit population growth, and environmental disturbances (C) disrupt stability. So environmental stability is the key factor.

Answer:

D. environmental stability