This graph shows the growth of a population of Paramecium caudatum.The greatest amount of daily growth occurred when the population was at approximately ________ percent of its carrying capacity.

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The graph shows that the greatest amount of daily growth occurred when the population was close to reaching its carrying capacity, which is shown as the horizontal line at 100%. The population growth rate decreased as the population approached this limit. The highest growth rate occurred at around 50%, which is halfway between the starting point and the carrying capacity. Therefore, choice C)50 is the best answer.

This Graph Shows the Growth of a Population of Paramecium