Rapid population growth in lower-income countries is a concern because it will increase the rate and likelihood of reaching the carrying capacity of humans. What could happen if the human population exceeds the carrying capacity?
A - Resources will become limited, and people will produce less offspring
B - Resources will become limited, and people will stop producing offspring
C - Resources will remain in ample supply because people will automatically live more sustainably
D - Resources will become limited, and people will die until a healthy population is reached
Answer: D - Resources will become limited, and people will die until a healthy population is reached