1.4 Investigating Populations & Carrying Capacity - Patterns U1

What is the essential question(s) addressed in the section "1.4 Investigating Populations & Carrying Capacity"?

• How do populations grow, how can we predict growth, and what limits growth?

• What are the primary predators of elk?

• How does the ODFW monitor elk populations?

• What is the historical human population growth curve?

According to the videos mentioned, what pattern does the current human population growth follow?

• Linear

• Exponential

• Logarithmic

• Quadratic

What is the equation representing the current human population growth pattern?

• P=P0e^rt

• P=P0r^t

• P=P0t^r

• P=P0t/r

Which organization monitors the population of elk in the Trask Unit in Oregon?

• American Museum of Natural History

• National Public Radio (NPR)

• Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW)

• National Wildlife Federation

What methods does the ODFW use to monitor elk populations?

• Hunter reporting and helicopter surveys

• Satellite tracking and drone surveillance

• Radio collaring and camera traps

• Genetic sampling and waterhole counts

What are the primary predators of elk mentioned in the document?

• Wolves

• Cougars (Puma concolor)

• Bears

• Coyotes