Question

20 multiple choice 1 point what happens when resources become limited in an environment? population growth slows or stops the population continues to grow rapidly competition decreases carrying capacity increases clear my selection

Explanation:

When resources are limited, organisms compete for them. This leads to increased mortality (more deaths) and/or decreased reproduction (fewer births). As a result, population growth slows or stops.

• If resources were unlimited, population could grow rapidly (but this is not the case here as resources are limited).
• Limited resources mean more competition (not less) as organisms vie for the scarce resources.
• Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals an environment can support. With limited resources, carrying capacity does not increase.

Answer:

Population growth slows or stops