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 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 weight seen within breeds, and 3) describe how would you track and find the growth rates 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 = 8.875 pounds, and the average weight of Breed B is (10+12+14+13+10+15+11+12)/8 = 12.125 pounds.
2) Factors that could contribute to the different weights seen within breeds include genetics, diet, exercise level, age, and overall health. Some rabbits may have breed-specific traits that affect their size and weight, while others may have individual variations based on their specific care and environment.
3) To track and find the growth rates of the two rabbit breeds during an investigation, you could measure and record their weights regularly at set intervals (e.g. weekly or monthly). By plotting the data on a graph, you can observe the trend over time and calculate the rate of growth for each breed. It is important to ensure the rabbits are receiving consistent care and nutrition throughout the investigation to accurately assess their growth rates.