Graphing Science CFU

What type of graph is used to show the relationship between two variables?

• Scatter plot

• Pie chart

• Bar graph

• Line graph

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Which type of graph is best suited for comparing different categories or groups?

• Bar graph

• Pie chart

• Scatter plot

• Line graph

What are the two main components of a graph's title?

• x-axis and y-axis

• main title and axis labels

• main title and legend

• data points and grid lines

Which type of graph is used to show changes over time?

• Bar graph

• Scatter plot

• Line graph

• Pie chart

What is the purpose of a legend in a graph?

• The purpose of a legend in a graph is to add decorative elements to the graph.

• The purpose of a legend in a graph is to provide a summary of the data represented in the graph.

• The purpose of a legend in a graph is to display the x and y-axis labels.

• The purpose of a legend in a graph is to provide a key or guide that explains the meaning of the different elements or data series represented in the graph.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Which measurement is typically shown on the x-axis of a graph?

• dependent variable

• y-axis

• slope

• independent variable

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

What is the unit of measurement typically shown on the y-axis of a graph?

• Independent variable

• X-axis

• Constant

• Dependent variable

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

What is the purpose of a scale on a graph?

• To make the graph look more visually appealing

• To provide a reference for the values being represented on the graph

• To confuse the reader

• To indicate the size of the paper used for the graph

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

The X-axis is (a)   , and the Y-axis is (b)   .

• horizontal (left to right)

• vertical (up and down)

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

The independent variable is located on the (a)   axis, while the dependent variable is located on the (b)   axis.

• Y

• X