Which of the Following Statements Best Describes Density-Dependent Inhibition

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes density-dependent inhibition?

A) As cells become more numerous, they begin to squeeze against each other, restricting their size.
B) As cells become more numerous, the cell surface proteins of one cell contact the adjoining cells, and they signal each other to stop dividing.
C) As cells become more numerous, the protein kinases they produce begin to compete with each other, such that the proteins produced by one cell essentially cancel those produced by its neighbor.
D) As cells become more numerous, the level of waste products increases, which slows metabolism and inhibits growth.