Which of the Following Statements About the Intrinsic Rate of Increase

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the intrinsic rate of increase is false?

• A) It is symbolized as r.
• B) It is equal to the birth rate minus the death rate (assuming no migration).
• C) It is always positive (above zero).
• D) It can be calculated from life tables.
• E) All of the above are true; none is false.

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