4.3 Line Graphs

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What is the main purpose of a line graph?

Back

To show trends over time.

Front

What do we call the variable that is changed in an experiment?

Back

Independent variable.

Front

What do we call the variable that is measured in an experiment?

Back

Dependent variable.

Front

What is the name of this graph?

Back

Line graph.

Front

How do you read a line graph?

Back

Look at the points and the lines connecting them to see trends.

Front

What does it mean if a line on a graph is going up?

Back

It means the value is increasing.

Front

What does it mean if a line on a graph is going down?

Back

It means the value is decreasing.

Front

What is the difference between a line graph and a bar graph?

Back

A line graph shows trends over time, while a bar graph compares different categories.

Front

How can you find the temperature on a specific day using a line graph?

Back

Locate the day on the x-axis and find the corresponding point on the line.

Front

What does a flat line on a graph indicate?

Back

It indicates that the value is staying the same.