Which of the following is correct regarding r-selection?
A) It favors quickly producing as many offspring as possible at low population density.
B) At a higher population density, r-selection favors fewer, high-quality offspring.
C) R-selection is exhibited by most equilibrial species.
D) Species not described by K-selection are entirely explained by r-selection alone.
E) None of these are correct.

Question

Which of the following is correct regarding r-selection?  
A) It favors quickly producing as many offspring as possible at low population density.
B) At a higher population density, r-selection favors fewer, high-quality offspring.
C) R-selection is exhibited by most equilibrial species.
D) Species not described by K-selection are entirely explained by r-selection alone.
E) None of these are correct.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

R-selection favors producing many offspring quickly in order to take advantage of available resources before competitors do. This strategy is best suited for low population densities, where resources are not limiting.

Which of the Following Is Correct Regarding R-Selection