This problem deals with the differential equation dx/dt kx(x – M) – h that models the harvesting of an unso- phisticated population (such as alligators). Show that this equation can be rewritten in the form dx/dt = k(x – H)(x – K), where H = (M + VM² + 4h/k) > 0, (~- K = ( M M² + 4h/k ) < 0.
This problem deals with the differential equation dx/dt kx(x – M) – h that models the harvesting of an unso- phisticated population (such as alligators). Show that this equation can be rewritten in the form dx/dt = k(x – H)(x – K), where H = (M + VM² + 4h/k) > 0, (~- K = ( M M² + 4h/k ) < 0.
Calculus For The Life Sciences
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Chapter11: Differential Equations
Section11.CR: Chapter 11 Review
Problem 16CR
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