Question

choose the correct answer. density - dependent factors, like infectious disease, are more likely to strongly affect which population? a population where individuals live very close together a population where individuals rarely come in contact with one another

Explanation:

Density - dependent factors like infectious diseases spread more easily in populations with high contact rates. In a population where individuals live very close together, there is more frequent contact, facilitating the spread of the disease. In contrast, when individuals rarely come in contact, the spread is limited.

Answer:

A. A population where individuals live very close together