Consider a population of organisms that on average start to reproduce at age 10
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Consider a population of organisms that on average start to reproduce at age 10 and have 4 offspring every year thereafter, dying on average at age 30. Assume they are at evolutionary equilibrium. Now imagine that a new disease enters the population. This disease primarily kills individuals 10 years and older. What is the likely affect on the life history of this population?
Age at maturity will increase to 25.
Offspring number will decrease to 2.
Age at maturity will decrease.
Average age at death will increase to 35
a.Age at maturity will increase to 25.
b.Offspring number will decrease to 2.
c.Age at maturity will decrease.
d.Average age at death will increase to 35
Explanation / Answer
Offspring number will decrease to 2.
As the individuals keep dying due to disease at the age of 10 years and older the offspring numbwe will decrease.
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