Chapter 5.4, Problem 13E

To determine

(a)

To find:

The probability that the population will eventually become extinct.

To determine

(b)

To find:

The formula for $Q$ in terms of $t$, $b$, $d$, $r$ and $k$.

To determine

(c)

To find:

The probability that $k$ individuals will eventually become extinct.

To determine

(d)

To find:

The probability that $k$ individuals will eventually become extinct

To determine

(e)

To find:

The limiting value of the expression found in part d and explain its meaning in practical terms.