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. (4 points)

Answer 1

1) The average weight of Breed A is (10 + 8 + 7 + 10 + 9 + 9 + 10 + 9) / 8 = 8.875 pounds. The average weight of Breed B is (10 + 12 + 14 + 13 + 10 + 15 + 11 + 12) / 8 = 12.25 pounds.

2) Factors that could contribute to the different weights seen within breeds include genetics, diet, exercise, and overall health of the rabbits. Different breeds may have different natural body sizes and shapes, which could affect their weight range. Additionally, individual rabbits within breeds may have varying diets and levels of physical activity, leading to differing weights.

3) To track and find the growth rate of the two rabbit breeds during an investigation, you could regularly weigh the rabbits at set intervals (e.g. weekly or monthly) and record their weights in a spreadsheet. By plotting the weights over time, you can calculate the rate of growth for each rabbit breed. You could also monitor and compare other factors such as diet, exercise, and any health issues that may impact their growth rates.