Question

1. why do you think the deer population size in 1900 was 4,000 when it is estimated that the plateau has a carrying capacity of 30,000?

Explanation:

The deer population in 1900 could have been 4,000 due to factors like limited initial colonization, predation, disease, and available resources at that time. The plateau's carrying - capacity of 30,000 is likely determined by the long - term availability of food, water, and suitable habitat space which can sustain that number of deer without degrading the environment.

Answer:

There are multiple possible reasons such as initial colonization limits, predation, disease, and resource availability in 1900 for the 4,000 population. The 30,000 carrying capacity is set by long - term food, water, and habitat availability.