Review Bar Graphs and Pictographs

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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 quantities.

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What is a pictograph?

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A pictograph is a chart that uses pictures or symbols to represent data, where each picture stands for a certain number of items.

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How do you read a bar graph?

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To read a bar graph, look at the height of the bars to determine the value they represent.

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What does each symbol in a pictograph represent?

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Each symbol in a pictograph represents a specific number of items, which is usually indicated in the key.

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How can you compare data in a bar graph?

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You can compare data in a bar graph by looking at the heights of the bars to see which is greater or lesser.

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What is the purpose of a key in a pictograph?

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The key in a pictograph explains what each symbol represents and how many items it stands for.

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

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To find the total number of items, add the values represented by each bar.

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

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A bar graph uses bars to show data, while a pictograph uses pictures or symbols.

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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 tallest bar has the most items.

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What does it mean if two bars in a bar graph are the same height?

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If two bars are the same height, it means those categories have the same quantity.