Question 49

The deer population reached its carrying capacity in 1916.

The deer population reached its carrying capacity in the year 1916, as indicated by the graph in question, which shows a leveling off of the population at that time.

A) 1916

This option is correct because the graph illustrates that the deer population stabilized and reached its carrying capacity in 1916. The data indicates no significant increase beyond this point, confirming that 1916 is the year of carrying capacity.

B) 1924

This option is incorrect as the graph demonstrates that the deer population did not reach its carrying capacity by 1924. There was still an observable increase in population during this period, suggesting that it had not yet stabilized.

C) 1929

This option is also incorrect. The graph indicates that the deer population continued to grow until at least 1929, and it was not until 1916 that the population was at its carrying capacity, which means 1929 is not a viable answer.

D) 1933

This option is incorrect as well. By 1933, the deer population had already reached its carrying capacity in 1916 and did not experience further significant growth, indicating that 1933 is not the year when carrying capacity was achieved.

Conclusion

In conclusion, 1916 is definitively the year when the deer population reached its carrying capacity, as evidenced by the graph. The other options represent years when the population was still increasing and had not yet stabilized, highlighting the importance of understanding population dynamics in relation to carrying capacity.