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Biology Organisms and Populations Population Interactions Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 13, 2026

As the number of individuals approaches the carrying capacity of a population, which of the following is predicted by the sigmoidal growth curve?

A
Population biomass will remain the same
B
Population density will increase exponentially
C
Population growth rate will decrease
D
Population growth rate will increase

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C

As population size nears carrying capacity, resources become limited.

This slows down the growth rate, leading to a plateau in the sigmoidal curve.

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