Reading Science Graphs

Look at the line graph.  Which statement is consistent with the line graph?

• The ability of air to hold moisture increases as temperature increases.

• The ability of air to hold moisture decreases as temperature increases.

• The ability of air to hold moisture decreases and then increases as temperature increases.

• The ability of air to hold moisture stays the same regardless of temperature. 

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A fever is a spike in temperature.  On which day does this person have a fever?

• Sunday

• Monday

• Wednesday

• Saturday

How long was the hair on day 60?

• 20.0 cm

• 21.0 cm

• 22.5 cm

• 23.0 cm

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What is the purpose of interpreting graphs and charts in science?

• To collect data

• To form a hypothesis

• To visually represent data and identify patterns

• To conduct experiments

Answer explanation

The purpose of interpreting graphs and charts in science is to visually represent data and identify patterns, making it easier to understand complex information and draw conclusions.

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What is the title of the graph?

• Metro Bicycle Shop Weekly Sales

• Bicycles Sold

• Types of Bicycles

What is the independent variable on the graph (x-axis)?

• Metro Bicycle Shop Weekly Sales

• Bicycles Sold

• Types of Bicycles

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What is the name of this graph?

• line plot

• line graph

• bar graph

• frequency table

How long did it take this object to travel 10 m?

• 0 s

• 10 s

• 15 s

• 20 s

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Which factor is the variable in this experiment?

• the type of bee

• the time of day

• the type of plant

• the color of the flowers

Which of the following statements describes how temperature changes in the mesosphere?

• Temperature increases as altitude increases.

• Temperature decreases as altitude increases.

• Temperature decreases as pressure increases.

• Temperature does not change as pressure increases.