Question

2 the cardinal is a type of bird. which of the following would increase the size of a population of cardinals in a forest? a an increase in the birth rate of cardinals b an increase in the death rate of cardinals c increased emigration of young cardinals from the forest ecosystem d increased immigration of cardinal predators into the forest ecosystem

Explanation:

Population size is affected by birth - rate, death - rate, immigration, and emigration. An increase in birth - rate leads to more new individuals being added to the population, thus increasing its size. An increase in death - rate (B) reduces population size. Increased emigration (C) means individuals leaving the population, decreasing its size. Increased immigration of predators (D) leads to more cardinals being preyed upon, reducing population size.

Answer:

A. an increase in the birth rate of cardinals