Question

12 multiple choice 2 points which of the following is an example of exponential growth? a bacterial colony that doubles in size every hour a deer population with unlimited food and no predators a fish population limited by habitat loss a population that stabilizes over time

Explanation:

Exponential growth occurs when a quantity increases at a rate proportional to its current value. A bacterial colony that doubles in size every hour shows this characteristic as each hour the growth is based on the current number of bacteria (doubling). A deer population with unlimited food and no predators would also grow exponentially but the key is the specific rate - doubling every hour which is a classic exponential growth model. A fish population limited by habitat loss would have logistic growth (limited by carrying capacity). A population that stabilizes over time has no growth or logistic growth (reaches carrying capacity).

Answer:

A bacterial colony that doubles in size every hour