10/27 Interpreting Graphs

Front

What is a graph?

Back

A visual representation of data that shows relationships between different variables.

Front

What does the x-axis represent in a graph?

Back

The horizontal line on a graph that typically represents the independent variable.

Front

What does the y-axis represent in a graph?

Back

The vertical line on a graph that typically represents the dependent variable.

Front

What is a bar graph?

Back

A type of graph that uses bars to show the quantity of different categories.

Front

What is a line graph?

Back

A type of graph that uses lines to connect data points, showing trends over time.

Front

What is a pie chart?

Back

A circular graph divided into slices to illustrate numerical proportions.

Front

How do you determine the highest value in a graph?

Back

By identifying the highest point or bar in the graph.

Front

How do you determine the lowest value in a graph?

Back

By identifying the lowest point or bar in the graph.

Front

What is a data point?

Back

A single value or piece of information plotted on a graph.

Front

What does it mean if a graph is increasing?

Back

It means that the values are getting larger as you move along the x-axis.