Question

question 28 of 50
a population is growing exponentially. what can you conclude?
a. the environment is at carrying capacity.
b. there is a very high population density.
c. the death rate is very high.
d. there is no competition for resources.

Explanation:

In exponential population growth, resources are abundant. When there is no competition for resources (like food, space), a population can grow exponentially.

• If the environment is at carrying capacity (A), population growth stops (logistic growth).
• High population density (B) usually leads to competition and limited resources, not exponential growth.
• A very high death rate (C) would not support exponential growth. Exponential growth occurs when birth rates are much higher than death rates, which is more likely when resources are plentiful (no competition - D).

Answer:

D. There is no competition for resources