Density-dependent factors are more likely to limit population growth when
A)there are more individuals living in the same amount of space.
B)the population moves into a larger habitat.
C)food is abundant.
D)weather conditions become milder.

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Density-dependent factors, such as competition for resources, predation, and disease, become more intense as the population size increases. Therefore, when there are more individuals living in the same amount of space, these factors are more likely to limit population growth. The other options do not necessarily affect the intensity of density-dependent factors.

Density-Dependent Factors Are More Likely to Limit Population Growth When