Question

Compare the logistic growth curve of a population with a low r and high K to the logistic growth curve of a population with a high r and a low K. Which of the following is true?

1) Individuals in the first population (low r and a high K) experienced stronger intraspecific competition than the second population during most of the time depicted
2) The first population (low r and high K) reached its carrying capacity faster
3) The first population (low r and high K) will eventually level out at the same size as the second, it will just take longer
4) None of the above

Answer 1

The logistic growth curve of a population with low r and high K shows slower growth initially due to stronger intraspecific competition for limited resources. This population will eventually reach its carrying capacity, although it will take longer than a population with high r and low K.

Step-by-step explanation:

The logistic growth curve of a population with a low r (population growth rate) and high K (carrying capacity) shows slower growth initially as there is stronger intraspecific competition for limited resources. This population will eventually reach its carrying capacity but it will take longer compared to a population with high r and low K.