Question

Which statement best describes why the population growth rate slows as population size approaches carrying capacity?
O reproduction increases
O predation rates decrease
evolution of traits decreases
competition for resources increases

Answer 1

Answer:

competition for resources increases

Explanation:

When an ecosystem reaches its carrying capacity, competition for scarce resources become more intense.

The result of this is that species will either begin to die, or migrate away from the ecosystem leading to a decrease in population growth