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WAEC Biology 2009 Question 46

Question 46

Population Ecology

Which of the following factors will most likely lead to overcrowding within a population?

  1. A.Absence of predators
  2. B.Emigration
  3. C.Food shortage
  4. D.Absence of territorial behaviour
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Absence of predators)

Explanation

Predators keep numbers down; without them the population keeps growing and becomes overcrowded. Emigration and food shortage reduce numbers.