Any factor in the environment that decreases the size of the population is a: A. growth factor

B. density-independent factor

C . limiting factor

D. logistic factor

Factors that decrease population growth can be defined as environmental stress including limitations in food, predation, and other density-dependant factors (Sibley & Hone 2002). However, many sources of environmental stress affect population growth, irrespective of the density of the population.

b.

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