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The carrying capacity of a population is determined by its ?

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limiting resources
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natality
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mortality
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D
population growth rate
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Solution

The correct option is C limiting resources
The carrying capacity of an environment refers to the maximum number of organisms that it can support. It is usually denoted by a K and is determined by a limited availability of resources like food and space.
So, the correct answer is 'limiting resources'

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