Question

When a person dies in old age after completing the life span, then, the survivorship curve for that person is:-

• A. J -shape
• B. Concave
• C. S-shaped
• D. Convex

Answer 1

The correct option is D Convex

Survivorship curves are the graphs or curves that depict the survival of the number of individuals according to age or time. It of three types:

1. Type 1 - It shows that the individual has a high chance of survival until adulthood. It can normally complete the life cycle and the curve is called a convex curve.
2. Type 2 - It shows that the survival of an individual is not dependent upon the age.
3. Type 3 - It shows that the individual has fewer chances of survival and dies at an early age.

So, the correct option is 'Convex'.