In a Study of Feeding Behavior, Zoologists Recorded the Number

question 13

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 and the age of the warthog (in days)are listed below: $$\begin{array}{l}\begin{array} { c c } \hline \text { Number of Grunts } & \text { Age (days) } \\\hline 83 & 118 \\61 & 134 \\32 & 148 \\37 & 153 \\56 & 160 \\33 & 167 \\55 & 176 \\10 & 182 \\13 & 188 \\\hline\end{array}\\\text { Find and interpret the value of } r ^ { 2 } \text {. }\end{array}$$

---

Definitions:

Total Variable Cost

The sum of all costs that vary with the level of output in the short run.

Average Fixed Costs

The fixed costs of production (expenses that do not change with the level of output) divided by the quantity of output produced.

Total Fixed Costs

The sum of all costs that do not change with the level of output produced by a business, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

The Barber Shop

This term commonly refers to a place where men can get their hair cut and sometimes other grooming services, serving as a social hub in many communities.