Line Graphs

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What is a line graph?

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A line graph is a type of chart that shows information as a series of data points called 'markers' connected by straight line segments. It is used to display data that changes over time.

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What does a line graph typically show?

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A line graph typically shows how a quantity changes over time, allowing for easy visualization of trends.

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What is the x-axis in a line graph?

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The x-axis is the horizontal line on a graph that usually represents the independent variable, such as time.

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

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What is the y-axis in a line graph?

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The y-axis is the vertical line on a graph that usually represents the dependent variable, such as population or temperature.

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CCSS.5.G.A.1

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How do you read a line graph?

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To read a line graph, locate the x-axis and y-axis, find the data points, and observe how the line connects them to understand trends.

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What does it mean if a line on a graph is horizontal?

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A horizontal line on a graph indicates that the value of the dependent variable remains constant over the range of the independent variable.

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What does it mean if a line on a graph is sloping upwards?

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A line that slopes upwards indicates an increase in the value of the dependent variable as the independent variable increases.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What does it mean if a line on a graph is sloping downwards?

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A line that slopes downwards indicates a decrease in the value of the dependent variable as the independent variable increases.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What is a data point in a line graph?

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A data point is a specific value plotted on the graph, representing the relationship between the independent and dependent variables.

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What is the purpose of a title in a line graph?

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The title of a line graph provides a clear description of what the graph represents, helping viewers understand the data being displayed.