Multiple choice

Plant production ______ with _______ stocking rate

  1. increases, increasing

  2. decreases, increasing

  3. increases, decreasing

  4. decrease, decreasing

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

As stocking rate increases, the grazing pressure on plants increases, leading to reduced plant biomass and production. This is a fundamental principle in rangeland management regarding carrying capacity.