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Which trait describes an r-selected species?
AFew offspring, heavy parental care
BHigh fecundity, little parental care
CLong life, low mortality
DLiving near carrying capacity
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. High fecundity, little parental care
Species like aphids produce many young with little investment and high early mortality.
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