Which of the following is an expected characteristic of K-selected populations?
A) offspring with good chances of survival
B) small offspring
C) a high intrinsic rate of increase
D) early parental reproduction

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K-selected populations typically have fewer offspring with a higher investment in raising them, resulting in offspring with better chances of survival. B and C are incorrect because small offspring and a high intrinsic rate of increase are characteristics of r-selected populations. D is incorrect because K-selected populations have delayed parental reproduction to ensure that offspring have a better chance of survival.

Which of the Following Is an Expected Characteristic of K-Selected