Some individuals believe that the term "survival of the strongest" accurately reflects the concept of survival in nature. However, this interpretation is flawed when strength is equated solely with physical size and capability. While larger size and strength can offer advantages in reproduction, competition for resources, and evading predators, a species can only thrive if its total resource needs for sustaining its strength do not exceed the available resources, particularly during times of scarcity or environmental crises. Based on this passage, which of the following statements must be true?