[Campbell Biology P.1241] Which of the following factors would lead to an increase in populat... | Practice Question

Which of the following factors would lead to an increase in population density?

  • A: Increased mortality rate and decreased birth rate.
  • B: High emigration rate and low immigration rate.
  • C: Increased birth rate and high immigration rate.
  • D: Decreased birth rate and high emigration rate.

Explanation

Population density increases when individuals are added through birth or immigration, and decreases when individuals are removed through death or emigration. Therefore, an increased birth rate and high immigration rate would lead to an increase in population density.