AP Biologyeasymcq1 pt
In logistic growth, population size stabilizes at
A.the carrying capacity (K)
B.zero
C.the maximum possible birth rate
D.double K
Explanation
Core Concept
Density-dependent limits (food, disease, competition) slow growth until births balance deaths at K — the S-curve's plateau.
Correct Answer
Athe carrying capacity (K)
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