Science Graph Questions

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. 

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

• Sunday

• Monday

• Wednesday

• Saturday

What is the name of this graph?

• line plot

• line graph

• bar graph

• frequency table

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Why do we use graphs in science?

• to record and display data

• to show trends in data

• to predict what will happen if we extend the experiment

• all of these are correct

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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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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

In a thrilling science experiment, Ava and Zoe are plotting their data. Can you help them figure out where the dependent variable should go on their graph?

• 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.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

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.

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

• Metro Bicycle Shop Weekly Sales

• Bicycles Sold

• Types of Bicycles

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

• 0 s

• 10 s

• 15 s

• 20 s

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

What type of graph is this?

• Bar Graph

• Line Plot

• Pictograph

• Tally Chart