In a Study of Feeding Behavior, Zoologists Recorded the Number

question 98

Essay

In a study of feeding behavior, zoologists recorded the number of grunts of a warthog
feeding by a lake in the 15 minute period following the addition of food. The data showing
the number of grunts and the age of the warthog (in days) are listed below:

$\begin{array}{cc}\hline \text { Number of Grunts } & \text { Age (days) } \\\hline 102 & 130 \\80 & 146 \\51 & 160 \\56 & 165 \\75 & 172 \\52 & 179 \\74 & 188 \\29 & 194 \\34 & 200 \\\hline\end{array}$

a. Find $S S E , s ^ { 2 }$ , and $s$ .
b. Interpret the value of $s$ .

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Definitions:

Breastfeeding

The act of feeding a baby with milk directly from the mother's breast.

Nutrients

Substances needed for growth, metabolism, and for other body functions. They are obtained through diet.

Immunity

The body's ability to resist or defend against infection and disease through the immune response.

Undernutrition

A condition resulting from inadequate intake of nutrients, leading to various health issues such as weight loss and muscle wasting.