Reading Graphs

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What is a graph?

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

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What does the x-axis represent in a graph?

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The x-axis is the horizontal line on a graph that typically represents the independent variable.

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What does the y-axis represent in a graph?

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The y-axis is the vertical line on a graph that typically represents the dependent variable.

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a chart that presents categorical data with rectangular bars representing the values.

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What is a line graph?

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A line graph is a type of chart that displays information as a series of data points called 'markers' connected by straight line segments.

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What is a pie chart?

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A pie chart is a circular statistical graphic divided into slices to illustrate numerical proportions.

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What does it mean when a graph shows an increasing trend?

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An increasing trend means that the values are rising over time.

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What does it mean when a graph shows a decreasing trend?

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A decreasing trend means that the values are falling over time.

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How can you determine the average from a graph?

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To determine the average, you can add all the values represented in the graph and divide by the number of values.

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What is a legend in a graph?

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A legend is a key that explains the symbols, colors, or patterns used in the graph.