As N approaches K for a certain population, which of the following is predicted by the logistic equation?
A) The growth rate will not change.
B) The growth rate will approach zero.
C) The population will show an Allee effect.
D) The population will increase exponentially.
E) The carrying capacity of the environment will increase.

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As N approaches K, the logistic equation predicts that the growth rate (dN/dt) will approach zero, resulting in a stable population size near the carrying capacity (K). This is due to environmental limitations on resources that ultimately limit the population growth rate.

As N Approaches K for a Certain Population, Which of the Following