SCVCS Data & Graphing

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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 graph that uses pictures or symbols to represent data.

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What is a tally chart?

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A tally chart is a way to record and count data using marks (tallies) to show how many times something occurs.

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What is a line plot?

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A line plot is a graph that shows data points along a number line.

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What is a circle graph?

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A circle graph, or pie chart, is a circular chart divided into sectors, each representing a proportion of the whole.

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How do you read a bar graph?

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You read a bar graph by looking at the height or length of the bars to determine the quantity they represent.

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How do you read a pictograph?

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You read a pictograph by counting the number of pictures or symbols to find out how much each represents.

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How do you read a tally chart?

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You read a tally chart by counting the tallies, with every fifth tally usually grouped together.

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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 or people.

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What is the purpose of a tally chart?

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The purpose of a tally chart is to keep track of how many times something happens.