Interpreting Data from Graphs

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What is the minimum value in a data set?

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The minimum value is the smallest number in a data set.

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What is the interquartile range (IQR)?

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The interquartile range (IQR) is the difference between the first quartile (Q1) and the third quartile (Q3) in a data set.

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How do you calculate the range of a data set?

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The range is calculated by subtracting the minimum value from the maximum value in the data set.

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What kind of graph is used to compare different categories?

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A bar graph is used to compare different categories.

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What type of graph shows change over time?

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A line graph shows change over time.

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What is a pie chart used for?

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A pie chart is used to show the proportions of a whole.

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What does a line graph represent?

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A line graph represents data points connected by lines, showing trends over time.

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What is a histogram?

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A histogram is a type of bar graph that represents the frequency distribution of numerical data.

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What is the purpose of a scatter plot?

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A scatter plot is used to show the relationship between two variables.

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What does the x-axis represent in a graph?

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The x-axis typically represents the independent variable.