Science Graph

On a graph the "X" axis represents

• Vertical line (up and down line)

• Horizontal line (back and forth line)

• Slanted line

• Constant variable

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

On a graph the "Y" axis is represented by

• Horizontal Line (back and forth line)

• Vertical line (up and down line)

• Slanted line

• Variable constant

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

The bar graph on the left displays the amount of each energy type that was consumed in quadrillion BTU.

Sustainable (renewable) energy sources include biomass, hydroelectric, geothermal, wind, and solar.

Non-renewable energy sources include petroleum (crude oil), natural gas, coal, and nuclear. Which statement is true?

• Sustainable/renewable energy is used more than Non-renewable

• Coal and natural gas are consumed at the same rate

• All the sustainable/renewable energies are less than the lowest non reunable energy sources

• Nuclear power is the safest energy source.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

When reading a bar graph which statement(s) are true

• The tallest bar on a vertical graph is the great amount

• The shortest bar on a horizontal graph is the least amount

• Bars the same length represent equal amounts

• All are true statements.

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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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

When you create a graph the independent variable goes on the x axis.

• true

• false

Answer explanation

The statement is true because the independent variable, which is manipulated by the experimenter, is typically placed on the x-axis in a graph.

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When you create a graph the dependent variable goes on the _______?

• title

• x axis

• y axis

• top

Answer explanation

When you create a graph, the dependent variable goes on the y axis. The y axis represents the vertical axis where the dependent variable is plotted against the independent variable on the x axis.

Bar graphs . . .

• All bar graphs have vertical and horizontal axes

• Have labels for columns and rows

• Develop scale that corresponds with the data you are graphing

• All are true and accurate statements

How does this graph measure rainfall?

• Months

• Inches

• Millimeters (mm)

• Time months

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which month had the most rain?

• January

• February

• March

• April

• May