Math Topic 15 - Data and Graphing

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What is data collection in the context of surveys?

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Data collection refers to the process of gathering information from respondents to understand their preferences, behaviors, or opinions.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5B

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What is a graph and why is it used in data representation?

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A graph is a visual representation of data that helps to illustrate relationships, trends, and comparisons among different data points.

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What does it mean to analyze data?

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Analyzing data involves examining and interpreting the collected information to draw conclusions or make decisions based on the findings.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5B

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What is the purpose of using tally marks in data collection?

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Tally marks are used to keep track of counts in a simple and organized manner, making it easier to visualize and total data.

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CCSS.1.MD.C.4

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How do you calculate the total number of votes from a survey?

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To calculate the total number of votes, sum all the individual votes received for each option.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5A

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What is a mode in a data set?

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The mode is the value that appears most frequently in a data set.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5C

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How can you determine the difference between two quantities in data?

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To determine the difference, subtract the smaller quantity from the larger quantity.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What is a bar graph and when is it used?

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A bar graph is a chart that presents categorical data with rectangular bars, used to compare different groups or track changes over time.

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CCSS.2.MD.D.10

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What does it mean to interpret data?

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Interpreting data means making sense of the data collected, identifying patterns, and drawing conclusions based on the analysis.

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CCSS.3.MD.B.3

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What is a survey in the context of data collection?

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A survey is a method of gathering information from individuals, often through questionnaires or interviews, to understand their opinions or behaviors.