Interpreting Graphs Warm Up

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What is a graph?

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A visual representation of data that shows the relationship between different variables.

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What type of graph is best for showing changes over time?

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A line graph.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is measured and affected in the experiment.

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What does a bar graph represent?

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A bar graph represents categorical data with rectangular bars, where the length of each bar is proportional to the value it represents.

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What is the purpose of a pie chart?

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A pie chart shows the proportions of a whole, representing percentages of different categories.

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What does it mean if a graph shows a downward trend?

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It indicates that the value of the variable is decreasing over time.

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What is a hypothesis in scientific experiments?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

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What is the significance of the y-axis in a graph?

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The y-axis typically represents the dependent variable in a graph.

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What is the significance of the x-axis in a graph?

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The x-axis typically represents the independent variable in a graph.