The graph shows the growth curves for three independent populations (A, B, and C). The growth model for each of these populations is 
N(t) = N₀e^rt
where N(t) is the population at time t, No is the initial population and r is the per capita growth rate. 

If r_A, r_B, r_C  are the intrinsic growth rates of populations A, B, and C respectively, which of these statements is true? 

Correct option is D

Concept:
Exponential population growth

N(t) = N₀e^rt​

Here, r represents the intrinsic growth rate. 
Solution:
 N(t) = N₀e^rt​
where, N_(t) is the population at time t, N₀ is the initial population, and r is the intrinsic growth rate.
Population A grows the fastest, showing a steep increase.
Population B grows more moderately, with a gentler curve compared to A.
Population C grows the slowest, with the flattest curve among the three.
Since the growth rate r dictates the steepness of the exponential curve, the following relationship can be
inferred based on the graph r_A > r_B > r_c
Population A has the highest growth rate  r_A because its curve rises the fastest.
Population B has a slower growth rate r_B than A but faster than C.
Population C has the slowest growth rate  r_c.
The correct answer is Option ( d).