The moose population in Northern Alberta is estimated to be around 11, 800. During the year, there were 5330 births, 4809 deaths, 12 immigrations and 45 emigrations.    Calculate the per capita growth rate. Express your answer as a value between 0 and 1 rounded to two decimal places. If the population is decreasing indicate this with a negative sign.

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The moose population in Northern Alberta is estimated to be around 11, 800. During the year, there were 5330 births, 4809 deaths, 12 immigrations and 45 emigrations. 

 

Calculate the per capita growth rate. Express your answer as a value between 0 and 1 rounded to two decimal places. If the population is decreasing indicate this with a negative sign. 

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