Biology

The correct answer is:

D.The carrying capacity would increase as more resources become available.

Explanation:

1.Carrying capacity refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support. When habitat availability increases, it typically means that there are more resources (such as food, shelter, or space) available for the population.

2.With more resources, the environment can support a larger population, so the carrying capacity would increase. More space or resources can lead to a higher population density that the environment can support without exhausting its resources.

Why the other answers are incorrect:

A.Carrying capacity occurs independent of factors in the...