If K NT the population size in the next generation NT1 will
If K < NT, the population size in the next generation (NT+1) will be..
equal to NT
greater than NT
less than NT
any of the answers above, depending on the magnitude of r.
| A. | equal to NT |
| B. | greater than NT |
| C. | less than NT |
| D. | any of the answers above, depending on the magnitude of r. |
Solution
Formula is
NT+1=NT+r X NT(1+N/K)
Here, NT+1 refers to the number of individuals in next generation,
NT refers to the number of individuals in current generation,
r refers to the maximum rate of growth,
K is the carrying capacity.
If the number of individuals exceeds the carrying capacity then the population size of next generation will be less than NT because the growth of population will be negative.
Answer C is correct
