Logistic Growth

What growth pattern describes a population whose growth rate slows or stops following a period of exponential growth?

• logistic growth

• population growth

• exponential growth

• predator-prey cycle

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NGSS.HS-LS2-6

What is the carrying capacity for this sheep population?

• 8 million

• 25 million

• 6 million

• o million

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NGSS.HS-LS2-1

Which statement best explains section X?

• competition does not occur between members of different species in the same habitat

• energy is used for interbreeding between members of different species

• the population has reached the carrying capacity of its environment

• a predator recycles the remains of dead organisms

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NGSS.HS-LS2-1

NGSS.HS-LS2-6

In logistic growth, where is competition for resources highest

• During the beginning of population growth

• As the population is increasing exponentially

• When the population has reached its carrying capcity

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NGSS.HS-LS2-1

NGSS.HS-LS2-6

Which of the following best describes the logistical growth model?

• Population grows without any limits.

• Population growth slows as it approaches the carrying capacity.

• Population decreases exponentially over time.

• Population remains constant over time.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does the "S curve" typically represent in population growth models?

• Exponential growth

• Logistic growth

• Decline in population

• Constant population

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NGSS.HS-LS2-6

What growth pattern describes a population whose growth rate slows or stops following a period of exponential growth?

• logistic growth

• population growth

• exponential growth

• predator-prey cycle

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NGSS.HS-LS2-1

Analyze the population growth of a species in a new environment using both logistical and exponential models. What factors would you consider, and why?

• Initial population size.

• Growth rate.

• Carrying capacity.

• Environmental resistance.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Compare the logistical and exponential growth models. Which statement is true?

• Both models predict unlimited population growth.

• Logistical growth considers carrying capacity, while exponential growth does not.

• Exponential growth considers carrying capacity, while logistical growth does not.

• Both models predict population decline over time.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Develop a comprehensive plan to study the population dynamics of an endangered species. Include logistical and exponential growth models in your analysis.

• Define the objectives of the study.

• Outline the methodology.

• Identify the key variables and data collection methods.

• Discuss how the results will inform conservation efforts.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking