Pictographs, Frequency Tables, Bar Graphs- Third Grade

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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 frequency table?

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A frequency table is a way to organize data that shows how often each item occurs.

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a visual representation of data using bars of different heights or lengths to show the quantity of each category.

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How do you find the total number of items in a pictograph?

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To find the total, count the number of pictures and multiply by the value each picture represents.

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What does it mean if a bar is taller than another in a bar graph?

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It means that the category represented by the taller bar has a greater quantity than the category represented by the shorter bar.

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How can you tell which category is the most popular in a pictograph?

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The category with the most pictures or symbols is the most popular.

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What is the purpose of a survey in data collection?

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A survey is used to gather information from people about their preferences or behaviors.

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What type of data can be represented in a frequency table?

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Any type of data that can be counted, such as votes, survey responses, or items collected.

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How do you read a bar graph?

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Look at the labels on the x-axis (horizontal) and y-axis (vertical) to understand what is being measured and compare the heights of the bars.

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What is the first step in creating a pictograph?

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Decide what data you want to represent and how many items each picture will represent.