Problem 70

Question

Determine whether each statement makes sense or does not make sense, and explain your reasoning. I used the ordered pairs (time of day, calories that I burned) to obtain a graph that is a horizontal line.

Step-by-Step Solution

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Answer
The statement does not make sense. It is unlikely that the number of calories burned remains constant regardless of time of day as it should vary based on level of activity.
1Step 1: Understanding the Problem
In this scenario, an individual has tracked two variables: time of day and the number of calories they have burned. They have graphed this relationship and found it to be a horizontal line.
2Step 2: Analysing the Relationship
A horizontal line on a graph represents a constant value. This would imply that no matter the time of day, the same number of calories were burned. This would mean that the individual is burning the same exact amount of calories at every moment of the day.
3Step 3: Evaluate the Scenario
Given the nature of human metabolism which varies throughout the day depending on activities and resting, it seems unlikely that one would burn the exact same number of calories at all times of the day. This would not normally fit with a person's varied level of activity throughout the day.