The equation ΔN = (B - D) can be used to represent the growth rate of a population.This equation is valid in which situations?
A) All situations
B) All situations in nature
C) All situations in a laboratory
D) Open situations where free immigration and emigration are occurring
E) Closed situations where no immigration or emigration are occurring

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The equation ΔN = (B - D) represents the change in population size (ΔN) as the difference between births (B) and deaths (D). This equation accurately describes population growth rate in closed situations where no immigration or emigration are occurring, as it does not account for individuals moving in or out of the population.

The Equation ΔN = (B - D) Can Be Used