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
1) The average weight of Breed A is (10+8+7+10+9+9+10+9)/8 = 8.75 pounds. The average weight of Breed B is (10+12+14+13+10+15+11+12)/8 = 12.375 pounds.
2) Factors that could contribute to the different weights seen within breeds include genetics, diet, exercise level, and overall health of the rabbits. Some breeds may naturally be larger or smaller due to their genetics, while differences in diet and exercise can also affect weight. Health issues or medical conditions can also play a role in weight variation within breeds.
3) To track and find the growth rate of the two rabbit breeds during an investigation, you would need to regularly measure and record the weights of individual rabbits at different time points. By comparing the weights over time, you can calculate the growth rate of each breed. It is important to ensure that the rabbits are getting proper nutrition and care during the investigation to accurately assess their growth and development.