Question

great lakes mallard population estimates
the mallard duck population around the great lakes hasnt changed much over time. which of these best represents that type of growth pattern?
explosive stable
declining exponential

Explanation:

The problem is about identifying the population growth pattern of Mallard Ducks around the Great Lakes. The description states the population "hasn't changed much over time".

• "Explosive" growth implies a rapid, large - scale increase, which doesn't match the stable description.
• "Stable" growth means the population remains relatively constant over time, which fits the given situation.
• "Declining" growth would mean the population is getting smaller over time, which is not what's described.
• "Exponential" growth is a rapid, accelerating increase, also not matching the stable population description.

Answer:

stable