Task 2. During testing of an experimental diet for hens, it was determined that the average weight w (in grams) of a hen was statistically a linear function of the number of days d after the diet began, where 0≤d ≤50. Suppose the average weight of a hen beginning the diet was 40 grams and 25 days later it was 675 grams. (a) (b) (c) Determine the weight w, as a linear function of days d. Clearly illustrate your steps. (20 marks) Sketch the graph of this linear function by hand. Clearly indicate the points you used to locate this line, as well as the y-intercept of the line. Find the average weight of a hen after 10 days. (20 marks) (20 marks)

Task 2. During testing of an experimental diet for hens, it was determined that the average weight w (in grams) of a hen was statistically a linear function of the number of days d after the diet began, where 0≤d ≤50. Suppose the average weight of a hen beginning the diet was 40 grams and 25 days later it was 675 grams. (a) (b) (c) Determine the weight w, as a linear function of days d. Clearly illustrate your steps. (20 marks) Sketch the graph of this linear function by hand. Clearly indicate the points you used to locate this line, as well as the y-intercept of the line. Find the average weight of a hen after 10 days. (20 marks) (20 marks)

Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)

6th Edition

ISBN:9780134463216

Author:Robert F. Blitzer

Publisher:Robert F. Blitzer

ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra

Section: Chapter Questions

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