Question

in a population of deer in one year, six deer were born, five deer emigrated, three deer were killed by predators, and one deer immigrated. what can be determined from this information?
population growth is decreasing.
population growth is increasing.
population growth stays the same.
population reaches the carrying capacity.

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate total additions

Add births and immigrations: $6 + 1 = 7$

Step2: Calculate total losses

Add emigrations and deaths: $5 + 3 = 8$

Step3: Compare additions vs losses

Subtract losses from additions: $7 - 8 = -1$

Answer:

Population growth is decreasing.