Analyzing Graphs

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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 does the x-axis typically represent in a graph?

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The horizontal axis, often used to represent independent variables such as time.

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What does the y-axis typically represent in a graph?

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The vertical axis, often used to represent dependent variables such as quantity or frequency.

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What is the purpose of a title in a graph?

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To provide a clear description of what the graph represents.

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What is a data point in a graph?

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A specific value plotted on the graph that represents a single observation.

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What does it mean if a graph has a steep slope?

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It indicates a rapid change in the value of the dependent variable as the independent variable changes.

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What is an interval in the context of a graph?

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The distance between two consecutive values on an axis.

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How can you determine trends in a graph?

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By observing the overall direction of the data points, such as increasing, decreasing, or remaining constant.

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What is a bar graph?

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A type of graph that uses bars to represent the frequency or value of different categories.

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What is a line graph?

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