It is estimated that snow geese will be able to sustain an r of 0.088 indefinitely. If the flock currently contains 3000 individuals, how long will it take to double?

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The formula for doubling time is Td = ln(2)/r. 
Substituting r = 0.088 and solving for Td: 
Td = ln(2)/0.088 
Td ≈ 7.9 years.

It Is Estimated That Snow Geese Will Be Able to Sustain