Line Plots

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What is a line plot?

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A line plot is a way to display data along a number line, showing how many times each value occurs.

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How do you read a line plot?

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You look at the marks above the numbers to see how many times each number appears.

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What does each mark on a line plot represent?

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Each mark represents one occurrence of a value.

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How can you find the total number of items in a line plot?

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Add up all the marks above the numbers.

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What is the purpose of a line plot?

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To visually show data and make it easier to see patterns and totals.

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What does it mean if a number has more marks on a line plot?

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It means that number occurs more frequently in the data.

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How can you compare two values on a line plot?

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Look at the number of marks for each value; the one with more marks is greater.

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What is the first step in creating a line plot?

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Decide on the values you want to display.

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Can a line plot show different types of data?

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Yes, it can show any type of data that can be counted.

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What is an example of data that can be shown on a line plot?

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The number of pets each student has.