Question

a population of 120 rabbits lives in a prairie ecosystem. which of these might prevent this population from growing any larger?
a. a disease with a high mortality rate
b. a decreasing amount of competition for space
c. a decreasing amount of predators
d. an increasing amount of edible plant life

Explanation:

• Option A: A disease with high mortality rate would kill many rabbits, reducing the population size and preventing growth.
• Option B: Decreasing competition for space would likely allow the population to grow as there is more room for rabbits.
• Option C: Fewer predators mean less predation pressure, so the rabbit population could potentially increase.
• Option D: More edible plant life (food source) would support a larger rabbit population.

Answer:

A. a disease with a high mortality rate