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

To calculate the average weight of the two rabbit breed groups, sum the weights of all rabbits in each breed and then divide by the number of rabbits in that breed. Factors contributing to weight variations within breeds can include genetics, diet, age, environmental conditions, and overall health. To track and find the growth rate of the two rabbit breeds during an investigation, you could regularly record the weights of each rabbit at consistent intervals (e.g., weekly), and then calculate the growth rate by subtracting the initial weight from the final weight and dividing it by the number of weeks observed. This method would help identify patterns in growth across each breed.

Answer 2

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

Breed B: 10, 12, 14, 13, 10, 15, 11, 12

Answer 3

To calculate the average weights of the two rabbit breed groups:

Breed A: Weights: 10, 8, 7, 10, 9, 9, 10, 9
Sum: 10 + 8 + 7 + 10 + 9 + 9 + 10 + 9 = 72
Average: 72 / 8 = 9

Breed B: Weights: 10, 12, 14, 13, 10, 15, 11, 12
Sum: 10 + 12 + 14 + 13 + 10 + 15 + 11 + 12 = 97
Average: 97 / 8 = 12.125

Summary:

1. The average weight of Breed A is 9 kg, and the average weight of Breed B is 12.125 kg.
2. Factors that could contribute to the different weights seen within breeds include genetic factors, nutrition, age variations, health status, and environmental conditions.
3. To track and find the growth rate of the two rabbit breeds, I would weigh each rabbit weekly, record the weights, and calculate the growth rate by taking the difference between the initial weight and the weight at a later time, then dividing by the number of weeks to analyze growth trends.