The graph shows the population growth of a colony of insects over time.

Question

Which statement below best explains what might have occurred to the population of insects at point A?

a
A predator was introduced, causing a decline in population growth.
b
The population reached a carrying capacity and stabilized.
c
The population growth decreased as individual insects aged.
d
The health of the insects improved, causing the population to stabilize.

Answer 1

a
A predator was introduced, causing a decline in population growth.