Understanding Graphs and Data

What type of graph is best used to track changes over time?

• Line graph

• Pie chart

• Bar graph

• Pictograph

What does the x-axis typically represent in a line graph?

• None of the above

• Time or sequence

• Values

• Categories

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On which day did the cookie sales peak according to the line graph?

• Wednesday

• Thursday

• Tuesday

• Friday

How many members did the drama club have in 2007?

• 25 members

• 17 members

• 20 members

• 15 members

What is the primary purpose of using a scale in a graph?

• To organize numbers

• To measure weight

• To draw lines

• To label the graph

What should you consider when choosing a scale for your graph?

• The type of graph

• The highest and lowest numbers

• The size of the paper

• Color of the graph

What is the first step in creating a line graph?

• Choosing a title

• Drawing the lines

• Labeling the axes

• Drawing the points

How much did the lemonade stand earn on Monday?

• $20

• $2

• $4

• $6

Why might Friday have had the highest lemonade sales?

• Better weather

• Lower prices

• More customers

• All of the above

What does the intersection of the x-axis and y-axis typically represent in a graph?

• The maximum

• Zero point

• The total

• The average