Parts of a Graph

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What is the Independent Variable in a graph?

Back

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

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On which axis is the Independent Variable represented?

Back

The Independent Variable is represented on the X axis.

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What is the Dependent Variable in a graph?

Back

The Dependent Variable is the variable that is measured and affected in the experiment.

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On which axis is the Dependent Variable represented?

Back

The Dependent Variable is represented on the Y axis.

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What does a pie chart represent?

Back

A pie chart represents information about the proportion of parts relative to the whole.

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What type of graph uses bars to show comparisons?

Back

A bar graph uses bars to show comparisons between different categories.

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What is the purpose of a line graph?

Back

A line graph is used to show trends over time by connecting data points with a line.

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What is the horizontal axis of a graph called?

Back

The horizontal axis is called the X axis.

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What is the vertical axis of a graph called?

Back

The vertical axis is called the Y axis.

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What type of data is best represented by a bar graph?

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Categorical data is best represented by a bar graph.