A population that is increasing in size has an intrinsic rate of population growth (r)that is A) 0. D) 1.

Question

A population that is increasing in size has an intrinsic rate of population growth (r)that is
A)< 0.
B)= 0.
C)> 0.
D)> 1.

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An intrinsic rate of population growth (r) is defined as the rate at which a population grows under ideal conditions, with no limiting factors. If a population is increasing in size, it means that the birth rate is higher than the death rate, which indicates a positive growth rate (r > 0). Therefore, the correct choice is C. Choices A and B are incorrect because a negative or zero growth rate would indicate a stable or declining population, not an increasing one. Choice D is also incorrect because an intrinsic rate of population growth cannot be greater than 1; it is a measure of the percentage increase in population size per unit time, not an absolute number.

A Population That Is Increasing in Size Has an Intrinsic