Which statement best describes a limiting factor?

A. A limiting factor is a nonliving or living thing that regulates the
size of a population.

B. A limiting factor is a nonliving or living thing that increases the
size of a population.

C. A limiting factor is a living thing that keeps the size of a
population steady.

D. A limiting factor is a nonliving thing that makes the size of a
population fluctuate greatly over time.
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