Select the statements that describe logistic growth.Select the TWO answers that are correct.

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Logistic growth occurs when a population grows rapidly at first, but then levels off as it approaches the maximum number of individuals that the environment can support (carrying capacity). This is limited by environmental factors such as food and water sources (option E). Logistic growth is a common pattern observed in nature (contrary to option A). It is also not unchecked population growth because of unlimited resources, which describes exponential growth (contrary to option D). Finally, the statement that logistic growth occurs when the death rate is significantly greater than the birth rate (option C) is incorrect; in fact, logistic growth occurs when the birth rate and death rate are balanced, but the population size is limited by resources.

Select the Statements That Describe Logistic Growth