Rabbits are very popular domesticated animals, so popular that there are over 300 breeds of domesticated rabbits in the world. You attend a rabbit show and notice that all of the breeds vary in many characteristics, such as size, color, and fur length. You notice that there is weight information on the cages of all rabbit individuals at the show and decide to jot down data for two specific rabbit breeds (in pounds):

Question

Rabbits are very popular domesticated animals, so popular that there are over 300 breeds of domesticated rabbits in the world. You attend a rabbit show and notice that all of the breeds vary in many characteristics, such as size, color, and fur length. You notice that there is weight information on the cages of all rabbit individuals at the show and decide to jot down data for two specific rabbit breeds (in pounds):

Breed A: 10, 8, 7, 10, 9, 9, 10, 9

Breed B: 10, 12, 14, 13, 10, 15, 11, 12
In three to five sentences, 1) calculate the average weights of the two rabbit breed groups, 2) describe some factors that could contribute to the different weights seen within breeds, and 3) describe how you would track and find the growth rate of the two rabbit breeds during an investigation.

Answer 1

1) To calculate the average weights of the two rabbit breed groups, we'll first add up the weights of each breed and then divide by the number of rabbits in that breed. For Breed A: (10+8+7+10+9+9+10+9)/8 = 72/8 = 9 pounds. For Breed B: (10+12+14+13+10+15+11+12)/8 = 97/8 = 12.125 pounds.

2) Factors that could contribute to the different weights seen within breeds include genetics, diet, and environmental conditions. Different rabbit breeds may have unique genetic traits that influence their overall size, while the quality and quantity of food available to them could also affect their weight. Environmental factors, such as temperatures, housing conditions, or exercise opportunities, might also play a role in their weight variations.

3) To track and find the growth rate of the two rabbit breeds during an investigation, you would first need to obtain a sample of rabbits from each breed, ideally from a similar age and under similar conditions. You would then periodically weigh and measure the rabbits at regular intervals (e.g., weekly) to assess their growth progress. By comparing the weights and measurements of the rabbits over time, you could determine the average growth rates for each breed and observe any potential differences between the two.