Examples of density-dependent and density-independent factors that affect mammal populations would be,respectively,
A)fires and hurricanes.
B)disease and fires.
C)fires and disease.
D)food supply and disease.
E)disease and food supply.

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Density-dependent factors, such as disease, affect mammal populations based on their density. Higher densities lead to more rapid spread of diseases. Density-independent factors, like fires, affect populations regardless of their density.

Examples of Density-Dependent and Density-Independent Factors That Affect Mammal Populations