Tally marks and Pictographs

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What are tally marks used for?

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Tally marks are a simple way to represent numbers, often used for counting or recording data in groups of five.

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How do you read a pictograph?

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A pictograph uses pictures or symbols to represent data, where each picture typically stands for a specific quantity.

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What is the purpose of a title in a pictograph?

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The title of a pictograph indicates what the data represents, providing context for the viewer.

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How can you determine the total number of items represented in a pictograph?

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To find the total, count the number of symbols and multiply by the value each symbol represents.

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What does it mean if a pictograph has a half symbol?

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A half symbol in a pictograph usually represents half the value of a full symbol, indicating a fractional count.

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How do you calculate the difference in votes between two categories in a survey?

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To find the difference, subtract the number of votes for one category from the number of votes for the other category.

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What is the significance of using symbols in a pictograph?

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Symbols in a pictograph make data visually accessible and easier to understand at a glance.

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How can tally marks help in counting large quantities?

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Tally marks group counts in sets of five, making it easier to keep track of larger numbers without losing count.

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What is an example of a question that can be answered using a pictograph?

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An example question is: 'How many more students prefer soccer over basketball based on the pictograph?'

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What is the relationship between tally marks and numbers?

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Tally marks represent numbers in a visual format, where each group of five tallies equals one unit of five.