Interpreting Graphs

Interpreting Graphs

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Mathematics

5th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the dependent variable on a graph?

Back

The dependent variable is the outcome that depends on the independent variable. It is usually plotted on the y-axis.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the independent variable on a graph?

Back

The independent variable is the factor that is changed or controlled in an experiment. It is usually plotted on the x-axis.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a line graph?

Back

A line graph is a type of chart that displays information as a series of data points called 'markers' connected by straight line segments.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the y-axis represent in a graph?

Back

The y-axis represents the dependent variable, which is the variable being measured or tested.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the x-axis represent in a graph?

Back

The x-axis represents the independent variable, which is the variable that is changed or controlled.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you read a line graph?

Back

To read a line graph, look at the x-axis to find the independent variable and the y-axis for the dependent variable. Follow the line to see how the dependent variable changes.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a bar graph?

Back

A bar graph is a chart that presents categorical data with rectangular bars with lengths proportional to the values they represent.

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