Frequency Tables

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What is a frequency table?

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A frequency table is a way to organize data that shows how often each value occurs.

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What do tally marks represent in a frequency table?

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Tally marks represent the count of occurrences for each category in a frequency table.

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How do you read a frequency table?

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You look at the categories listed and see how many times each category occurs, usually represented by numbers or tally marks.

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What is the purpose of a frequency table?

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The purpose of a frequency table is to summarize and display data in an organized manner, making it easier to analyze.

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How can you find the total number of items in a frequency table?

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You add up all the frequencies (counts) in the table.

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What does it mean if a frequency table shows a category with a frequency of 0?

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It means that no items fall into that category.

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How can you determine which category has the highest frequency in a frequency table?

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You look for the highest number in the frequency column of the table.

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What is the difference between a frequency table and a bar graph?

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A frequency table lists data in rows, while a bar graph visually represents the data with bars.

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What is a cumulative frequency table?

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A cumulative frequency table shows the total frequency up to a certain point, adding frequencies as you go down the table.

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How can you use a frequency table to answer questions about data?

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You can use it to quickly find counts, compare categories, and analyze trends in the data.