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Logistic Population Model


 

P(t) = P<<sub>0</sub> * K / P<sub>0</sub> + (K-P<<sub>0</sub>) * E^-RT


P
(t) is the population size at time t (measured in days)
P0 is the initial population size
K is the carrying capacity of the environment
r is a constant representing population growth or decay

Using this model, answer the following question.

E.

Compute the value of r required for an initial population of 53 to reach a size of 152 in 30 days if the carrying capacity is 200. Round your answer to the nearest thousandth.

 
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