Suppose That for Fiddler Crabs, the Allometric Relationship Between the Weight

question 187

Multiple Choice

Suppose that for fiddler crabs, the allometric relationship between the weight C of the claw and the weight W of the body is given by . Find the function that gives the rate of change of claw weight with respect to body weight. ​

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