The effect of resource availability on population size ultimately determines ____.
A) the carrying capacity of the environment
B) exponential growth
C) the doubling time of a population
D) the population's biotic potential
E) the loss of species in an ecosystem

Question

The effect of resource availability on population size ultimately determines ____.  
A) the carrying capacity of the environment
B) exponential growth
C) the doubling time of a population
D) the population's biotic potential
E) the loss of species in an ecosystem

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Resource availability directly affects the carrying capacity of an environment, which in turn determines the maximum number of individuals a population can sustain.

The Effect of Resource Availability on Population Size Ultimately Determines