Graphs

The vertical axis of a line graph is called the __________.

• slope

• line of best fit

• x-axis

• y-axis

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CCSS.HSN.VM.C.6

The slope of the graph tells you how much y changes for every change in x.

• true

• false

What is an independent variable?

• the variable that changes because another variable changes

• independent variables are only found on pie charts.

• a variable most often found on the y-axis

• the variable the experimenter changes or manipulates.

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CCSS.HSS.CP.A.5

The chirps per-minute represent the ______ variable.

• dependent

• manipulated

• controlled

• independent

Which type of graph best represents data over a set period of time?

• line

• bar

• table

• circle

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

You have been asked to make a graph which represents everyone's favorite video game system in your class. Which type of graph would work best?

• line

• bar

• table

• double line

What is a dependent variable?

• the variable the experimenter changes or manipulates.

• the variable that changes because another variable changes

• independent variables are only found on pie charts

• a variable most often found on the x-axis

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CCSS.HSS.ID.C.9

Interpret the data of the graph.

• The cooler the temperature, the louder the crickets chirp.

• The crickets cannot chirp at temperatures lower than 10 degrees C.

• The warmer the temperature, the more often crickets chirp.

• The temperature and the chirping of crickets are not related.

What is a data table?

• Is a visual tool that uses bars to compare data among categories

• Used to compare the parts of a whole

• Any display of information in tabular form, with rows and or columns named

• Is a visual tool that uses that uses lines to compare data among categories

Which best describes a bar graph?

• Any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types

• Useful for displaying data or information that changes continuously over time

• Is a visual tool that uses bars to compare data among categories

• Any display of information in tabular form, with rows and or columns named