Question

exponential growth is most likely to occur when conditions are optimal, resources are essentially unlimited, and the number of reproductive individuals increases as the population size grows.

which of these populations is most likely to experience exponential growth?
a stand of pine trees on a tree plantation that harvests all trees and replants every 35 years
a population of deer that has been established in a forest for centuries and has several predator species
a population of carp that is released into a new habitat with few predators and plenty of food

Explanation:

Exponential growth requires optimal conditions, unlimited resources, and growing reproductive individuals. The pine plantation is harvested regularly, limiting growth. The long-established deer population has predators and resource limits. The carp in a new habitat have few predators and plenty of food, matching the criteria for exponential growth.

Answer:

a population of carp that is released into a new habitat with few predators and plenty of food