A k selected population is characterized by

a. extensive parental care
b. many offspring
c. large eggs
d. a high death rate
e. a relatively short life span

My book says its either a or c, but I can only choose one answers. Which one is best?

3 answers

What do you mean by "A k" selected population?
I mean what is the k-selected population characterized by?
This site has your answer.

http://animals.about.com/cs/zoology/a/zoo101ae.htm