The table below shows the weight of a calf raised by a local rancher. Use the information to determine the average rate of change in the calf's weight per day.
$\begin{array}{l}
\text { Calf's Weight }\
\begin{array} { r | c }
\text { Day } & \text { Weight (lbs) } \
\hline 1 & 505 \
5 & 525 \
15 & 575 \
25 & 625 \
40 & 700
\end{array}
\end{array}$

A)5 lbs per day
B)500 lbs per day
C)50 lbs per day
D) $\frac{1}{5} \text { lb per day }$

Question

The table below shows the weight of a calf raised by a local rancher. Use the information to determine the average rate of change in the calf's weight per day. 
$\begin{array}{l}
\text { Calf's Weight }\
\begin{array} { r | c } 
\text { Day } & \text { Weight (lbs) } \
\hline 1 & 505 \
5 & 525 \
15 & 575 \
25 & 625 \
40 & 700
\end{array}
\end{array}$

A)5 lbs per day
B)500 lbs per day
C)50 lbs per day 
D) $\frac{1}{5} \text { lb per day }$

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The average rate of change is calculated by taking the difference in weight over the difference in days. From day 1 to day 40, the weight changes from 505 lbs to 700 lbs, a difference of 195 lbs over 39 days, which is 5 lbs per day.

The Table Below Shows the Weight of a Calf Raised