Pictographs and Bar Graphs

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What is a pictograph?

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A pictograph is a graph that uses pictures or symbols to represent data. Each picture represents a certain number of items.

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a chart that uses bars to show the quantity of different categories. The length of each bar represents the amount.

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How do you read a pictograph?

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To read a pictograph, count the number of pictures or symbols for each category to find out how many items they represent.

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What does a bar graph show?

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A bar graph shows comparisons between different groups or categories using bars of different lengths.

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What is the purpose of using graphs?

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Graphs are used to visually represent data, making it easier to understand and compare information.

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How can you find the difference between two values in a bar graph?

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To find the difference, subtract the smaller value from the larger value represented by the bars.

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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 smaller quantity.

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How can you tell which category has the most items in a bar graph?

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The category with the longest bar in a bar graph has the most items.

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What is a key in a pictograph?

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A key in a pictograph explains what each symbol represents, helping to understand the data.

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How do you compare two categories in a bar graph?

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To compare two categories, look at the lengths of their bars; the longer bar represents the larger quantity.