A population of mountain gorillas inhabits a dense, stable forest ecosystem with limited food resources and minimal environmental disturbances. These gorillas live in small social groups, have long lifespans, and produce only a few offspring over their lifetime. Parents invest significant time and energy in raising their young, ensuring high survival rates.

Based on this information, which of the following characteristics best explain why mountain gorillas are considered K-strategists?

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A population of mountain gorillas inhabits a dense, stable forest ecosystem with limited food resources and minimal environmental disturbances. These gorillas live in small social groups, have long lifespans, and produce only a few offspring over their lifetime. Parents invest significant time and energy in raising their young, ensuring high survival rates. 
 
 Based on this information, which of the following characteristics best explain why mountain gorillas are considered K-strategists?

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They reproduce quickly and produce many offspring to adapt to changing environments.

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They live in small social groups and have long life spans.

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They invest heavily in parental care and have low reproductive output.

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They thrive in unstable environments with frequent disturbances.

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They rely on high reproductive rates to offset low survival chances.

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