Graphing Analysis

Front

What is the name of the vertical (up and down) axis of the graph?

Back

Y axis

Front

What is the best scale to use for graphing data that ranges from 1 to 10?

Back

Count by ones to 10.

Front

What kind of information is typically represented on the X axis of a graph?

Back

Independent Variable.

Front

What does it indicate when a graph shows no movement over a period of time?

Back

The subject is not moving.

Front

Which type of information cannot be determined from a graph?

Back

The actual number of female smokers for any given year.

Front

What is the name of the horizontal (left to right) axis of the graph?

Back

X axis.

Front

What is the purpose of a scale on a graph?

Back

To provide a consistent measurement for the data being represented.

Front

What is an independent variable in the context of graphing?

Back

A variable that is manipulated or changed in an experiment.

Front

What is a dependent variable in the context of graphing?

Back

A variable that is measured or observed in response to changes in the independent variable.

Front

How can you determine the trend of data points on a graph?

Back

By analyzing the slope and direction of the line connecting the points.