Description
Compare supplied feed-bunk residual depth with a reference.
Animal records distinguish measurements, count-time exposure, mass fractions, percentages and nominal feed differences. Offered-minus-refused mass does not verify ingestion, and live-weight loss does not identify its cause. Source labels and scalar rates preserve supplied observations without assessing health or suitable care.
Compare supplied feed-bunk residual depth with a reference.
When to use this tool
Use Feedlot Bunk Residual Depth when you already have referenceDepth, measuredDepth and need to compare supplied feed-bunk residual depth with a reference.
How to use the tool and how it works
- Enter referenceDepth, measuredDepth. Use the units and conventions below.
- Run the tool. Correct any format, range, or cross-field input error before interpreting the output.
- Read signedGap. Use the output convention below.
Return measuredDepth-referenceDepth with signs preserved.1
| Input field | Meaning and units | Accepted input |
|---|---|---|
| referenceDepth | Reference Depth | Required. Finite number. |
| measuredDepth | Measured Depth | Required. Finite number. |
| Output field | Interpretation | Returned shape |
|---|---|---|
| signedGap | Signed Gap | Required. Finite number. |
{
"input": {
"referenceDepth": 12,
"measuredDepth": 17
},
"output": {
"signedGap": 5
}
}Limitations and assumptions
- Matching length unit and origin are assumed. No feed amount, quality, animal consumption or suitable ration is determined.
- Inputs must satisfy both the field types and the cross-field conditions above. Invalid input causes an error; a successful false flag or documented placeholder is a different result.
- Numeric calculations use binary floating point unless exact decimal-integer arithmetic is explicitly stated. No hidden measurement tolerance or decimal rounding is added; nonfinite or out-of-contract results are rejected. Numeric signed-zero results are exported as zero.
Alternative or Complementary methods
Review original animal, feed, weighing and observation records with the complete professional assessment. Check sampling scope, calibration and welfare context before interpreting local fractions or count balances as management or clinical conclusions.
References
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