Question

Which of the following equation is correct about Verhulst-Pearl Logistic Growth?

• A. $\frac{dN}{dt} = (h - d) \frac{K - N}{K}$
• B. $\frac{dN}{dt} = rN \frac{N - K}{K}$
• C. $\frac{dN}{dt} = rN \frac{K - N}{K}$
• D. $\frac{dN}{dt} = (h - d) \frac{N - K}{K}$

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

$\frac{dN}{dt} = rN \frac{K - N}{K}$

Answer 2

The Verhulst-Pearl logistic growth model describes population growth where resources are limited. The correct equation for logistic growth is $\frac{dN}{dt} = rN \frac{K - N}{K}$, where N is the population size, r is the intrinsic growth rate, and K is the carrying capacity. This equation predicts an S-shaped growth curve as the population approaches K.