Understanding the Growth Rate
* 8.3% growth: This means that the fish population will increase by 8.3% of its size every year.
Calculating the Population Growth
1. Year 1: 750 fish * 0.083 = 62.25 (approximately 62 fish increase)
* Total fish after year 1: 750 + 62 = 812
2. Year 2: 812 fish * 0.083 = 67.39 (approximately 67 fish increase)
* Total fish after year 2: 812 + 67 = 879
Continuing the Pattern
You can continue this process for each subsequent year.
Important Note: This calculation assumes a constant 8.3% growth rate. In reality, fish populations are influenced by many factors (food availability, predators, disease, etc.) and growth rates can fluctuate.