Asked by Morgan Bradley on May 01, 2024

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In a population of 10,000 organisms, over a one-year period, there are 750 births and 130 deaths. Calculate the growth rate for that year.

A) 0.062
B) 0.055
C) 0.088
D) 0.013
E) 0.075

Growth Rate

The rate at which an organism or population increases in size, often measured over a specific period.

Births

The process of giving life to offspring, occurring in various forms across different species, typically involving the expulsion or extraction of a fetus from the mother's body.

Deaths

The end of life in organisms; it is the permanent cessation of all biological functions that sustain a living organism.

  • Compute fundamental population increase rates and comprehend the elements influencing population numbers.
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Nicole WilliamsMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The growth rate is calculated as (births - deaths) / initial population = (750 - 130) / 10,000 = 620 / 10,000 = 0.062.