Consider a population of birds that land on an island. Their numbers rise exponentially until they reach a population of 1,000 birds, after which they crash to 700 due to resource limitations. Over time, the population rises and falls until it stabilizes around a population of 850. What does this population size likely represent in terms of population growth?
A) Fluctuation
B) Outbreak
C) Carrying capacity
D) Maximum population size

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The population stabilizing around 850 likely represents the carrying capacity, which is the maximum population size that the environment can sustain over time without significant negative impacts on the population or the environment.

Consider a Population of Birds That Land on an Island