The principle of _______ explains why growth and reproduction rates are usually _______ correlated.
A) homeostasis;positively
B) homeostasis;negatively
C) allocation;positively
D) allocation;negatively
E) the carrying capacity;positively

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The principle of allocation states that resources cannot be used for both growth and reproduction simultaneously, and there is a trade-off between the two. Therefore, growth and reproduction rates are usually negatively correlated.

The Principle of _______ Explains Why Growth and Reproduction Rates